Salvia vazquezii

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 6'-7'

planting zones

9b-12

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Salvia vazquezii plant details

Salvia vazquezii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In fall, spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 vazquezii

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 7 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and winter
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia vazquezii

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

New for 2015! An EXTREMELY RARE show-stopper of a Sage from Jalisco & Michoacan in Mexico. Luscious upright magenta spikes 10-16" long(!) deliver big thrills from fall thru spring. Large fuzzy green heart-shaped leaves edged in magenta deliver great drama &, bonus, they turn magenta in cool weather! Great for filling in a part-shade corner of the garden or outside a window where the huge richly-colored bloom spikes covered in happy hummingbirds will cheer you thru the holiday season. Cut back after bloom finishes to keep bushy. Grows to about 7’ tall & wide, but can be pruned to maintain a shorter stature. Since it’s so new we aren’t sure about the minimum USDA zone, but it breezed through our 2014-15 Winter frosts here in USDA zone 9b with minimal protection.