Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain'
Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage
Description
This shrub has broad, oval leaves that grow to 3" and that are covered in soft hairs. The purplish flowers in false whorls spike to 3'.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple, Violet
Flower Season
Summer, Constant
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.