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Salvia muelleri

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Salvia muelleri plant details

Salvia muelleri is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia muelleri

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia muelleri

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia muelleri plant

How to Grow Salvia muelleri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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