Salvia uliginosa

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Salvia uliginosa

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Information by: Jennifer Chandler Photographer: Susan Frommer/Mullany

Description

This clumping plant with straight stems of 6-7' and narrow, bright green leaves is a favorite of hummingbirds. These highly aromatic leaves are accented by pale blue and white flowers. The flowers are arranged in long, branched clusters measuring 5" long This plant blooms throughout the entire summer.

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.