Non-Native Salvias
The Salvias are blooming and the colors are quite vibrant. These are the non-california Sages, since the california sages are not currently blooming.
But get a load of these non-native sages.
Salvia chamaedryoides
Blue Chichuahuan Sage
Native to Mexico
Evergreen perennial
Sun: Sun/Shade
Water: Low
Size: 2 ft. to 3 ft.
Low mounding sage with soft green leaves and year-round tall blue bloom spikes. Hardy to 20° F
Salvia “Berzerkeley”
Baby Sage
Hybrid
Evergreen perennial/shrub
Sun: Full to Part Sun
Water: Low
Size: 18″ to 24″
Cultivar originally found at Monterey Bay Nursery. Dense and compact with deep pink flowers. Will bloom through fall into winter. Best with good sun, except in hotter areas. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Hardy to 20F.
Salvia “Royal Blue”
Blue Gentian Sage
Native to Mexico
Evergreen perennial
Sun: Sun to Part Shade
Water: Moderate
Size: 1 to 2 ft.
Large dark green leaves topped with lots of royal blue flowers all summer long and into the fall. Needs some summer irrigation. Hardy to 10F.
