Salvia mohavensis

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Trident, Carl Nielson Sage

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: AZ Sonora Desert Museum

 

Description

This rounded shrub grows quickly to 3' tall and wide.Cobalt blue, fragrant flowers appear in spring. Fuzzy green leaves are fragrant and evergreen but will drop if stressed due to lack of water. Irrigate this Salvia every 2-3 weeks after it's established especially during the winter. This shrub looks great in a rock garden with good drainage. Plant near entryways so you can enjoy the blooms and fragrance.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.