Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg'

Also Known As

Mealy Cup Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"
W: 4'

planting zones

7b-9b

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Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, native plant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg'

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Greg Grant introduction produces loads of white spikes of tubular flowers from late spring to fall on this durable, Texas tough native. Augusta Duelberg Mealy Cup Sage is larger growing than the ones found at most nurseries and will top out at about 30"H and wide. This is a wonderful drought tolerant, reliable, native perennial for the garden as well as butterflies and other pollinators. Once again we should all thank Greg Grant for another excellent selection! This tough little sage was found growing in a cemetery along with Henry Duelberg. For more about the story about the discovery of Henry Duelberg and Augusta Duelberg Mealy Cup sages see the 'External Info Link' below.