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Salvia hierosolymitana
Also Known As
- Jerusalem Sage
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Salvia hierosolymitana plant details
Salvia hierosolymitana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia hierosolymitana
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia hierosolymitana
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Salvia hierosolymitana
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Blue Sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 48"-60"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Turkish Cliff Sage
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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