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Salvia miltiorrhiza

Also Known As

  • Danshan

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

Salvia miltiorrhiza plant details

Salvia miltiorrhiza is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia miltiorrhiza

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia miltiorrhiza

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia miltiorrhiza plant

How to Grow Salvia miltiorrhiza

  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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