Salvia flocculosa

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 1'-12'
W: 2'-12'

planting zones

9b-11

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Salvia flocculosa plant details

Salvia flocculosa is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia flocculosa

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 12 FT - wide, 1 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, fragrant foliage, rare, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia flocculosa

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rare sage from Andean Ecuador (7500’-9000’) is so very handsome, you’ll wish it bloomed forever.... but wait... it does! Yes, YEAR-ROUND crazy bloom with innumerable 6-8” bloom spikes of china-blue flowers marked with white nectar guides appear on graceful upward sweeping stems. With its dense habit and attractive evergreen oval shaped leaves, it’s a favorite in my home garden ever-blooming in front of my ‘Grandmother’s Hat’ rose. It can reach 5’x4’ but I prune mine to 1-2’ tall in late fall to keep it shorter and extra-bushy for next season. EASY and drought tolerant, just provide well-drained soil and annual side-dress of compost for ultimate bloom. Loved by hummingbirds and deer resistant. Hardiness is not yet confirmed below USDA zone 9. Great in large containers (20+ gal.).