Salvia raymondii ssp. mairanae

Also Known As

Salvia raimondii ssp. mairanae
Bolivian Mountain Sage

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

9b-11

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Salvia raymondii ssp. mairanae plant details

Salvia raymondii ssp. mairanae is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green and purple foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade 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 raymondii ssp. mairanae

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green and purple
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, evening garden, floriferous, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia raymondii ssp. mairanae

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Elegant quilted olive foliage overlaid by a bluish sheen and purple undersides are the lust-worthy feature of this rare and beautiful "Bolivian Mountain Sage". Held so densely, they completely obscure the branches! To 4' x 4' and blooming mid-late summer thru fall, numerous bright fuchsia flowers are well displayed and contrast handsomely with those pretty leaves. Rich soil. Stunning in a large container (20+ gal). Deer resistant. Cut back in early spring.