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Salvia recognita

Also Known As

  • Turkish Cliff Sage

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Salvia recognita plant details

Salvia recognita is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia recognita

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia recognita

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia recognita plant

How to Grow Salvia recognita

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 3'

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Herb, Annual / Biennial

Zones

1-12

Size

Height: 4"-20"

Width: 4"-12"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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