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Salvia greggii 'Purple'

Purple Autumn Sage

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Description

This shrub will grow 1'-4' tall and wide. It has glossy green leaves with purple flowers that bloom from spring through fall. It prefers well draining soil with regular watering although it will take drought conditions. It will become leggy looking. Prune spent flowers to encourage more blooming.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.