Salvia sonomensis 'Dara's Choice'

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Dara's Choice Creeping Sage

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Description

This California native prostrate plant is 6-12" high x 2-3' wide, with blue/purple flowers held above rough, dark green leaves.

Plant Type

Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers