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    Salvia columbariae

    Also Known As

    • Chia

    Plant type

    herb, annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 4"-20"
    • W: 4"-12"

    planting zones

    • 1-12

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    Salvia columbariae plant details

    Salvia columbariae is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial herb with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia columbariae

    Plant type: annual / biennial herb
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 20 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: cutting garden, edible seeds, fragrant foliage, self-sowing

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia columbariae

    USDA Zones: 1 - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Native to California, Arizona & New Mexico, this annual “Chia” makes a very attractive plant, both in flower & form. To 20” tall, it makes large, globular, dark purple flower clusters that surround the stems like Salvia clevelandii. The two-lipped flowers are rather small, but are an intense deep blue. The foliage rosette is a pretty, gray-green & the leaves are quilted & deeply lobed. The edible seeds have a high-energy value & were used by Native Americans in bread concoctions & medicinally. Salvia columbariae thrives in dry, well-drained soil but also does well with average watering. Reseeds!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Salvia columbariae plant

    How to Grow Salvia columbariae

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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