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Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen'

Also Known As

  • Salvia guaranitica 'Van Remsen'
  • Van Remsen Anise Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5'-7'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen' plant details

Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: clumping, container plant, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen' plant

How to Grow Salvia coerulea 'Van Remsen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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