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    Salvia melissodora

    Also Known As

    • Grape Scented Sage

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 4'-8'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 8b-11

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    Salvia melissodora plant details

    Salvia melissodora is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia melissodora

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia melissodora

    USDA Zones: 8b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Grape Scented Sage, a woody shrub in temperate areas. A tender perennial in colder areas. It is a zone 8-11 herbaceous salvia thriving in sun and well drained soil. Fragrant foliage and flowers attract hummingbirds as they drool over the abundance of nectar produced, lilac flowers from late spring thru fall. The leaves and flowers can be used for teas. Native to Sierra Madre of Mexico. Left unpruned, it can grow to 6-8'.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    My very favorite sage! I think we should change its common name from “Grape Scented Sage” to “Lavender Scented Sage” because the flowers & foliage emit a powerful lavender aroma. A profusion of lovely lavender-blue blooms on 6-8” spikes appear Spring – Fall, beloved by bees, butterflies & hummingbirds! Tough & evergreen, it grows into a dense shrub, 8’ x 6’, but it’s easy to prune for a shorter stature. Very easy to grow - I almost NEVER WATER mine. Do plant in well drained soil with compost added annually for picture perfect appearance. Hardy to 20 °F.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Salvia melissodora plant

    How to Grow Salvia melissodora

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

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

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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