Mealy Sage, Mealycup Sage, Farinaceous Sage, Blue Salvia, Blue Sage
Highly remarkable, Salvia farinacea ‘Evolution’ is the first Salvia farinacea with violet flower spikes. Blooming continuously from late spring to frost, it is also very adaptable. Perfect in a sunny spot in an annual or perennial garden, it can be grown in patio containers or ceramic pots. The deep violet flower spikes can also be cut, dried and used as everlasting flowers for bouquets, decorations or craft projects.
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Common names | Mealy Cup Sage, Sage, Blue Sage |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden |
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Common names | Mealy Cup Sage, Sage, Blue Sage |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Clay Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden |
How many Salvia farinacea ‘Evolution’ (Mealy Sage) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Salvia farinacea ‘Evolution’ (Mealy Sage) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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