Salvia chamaedryoides

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: El Nativo

 

Description

This low mounding perennial grows to 2' tall and wide. It spreads by underground runners and has a small, silvery foliage which serves as a background for bright blue flowers. The bruised leaves have spicy fragrance. Heaviest bloom is in spring and early fall, intermittent throughout the rest of the season. This Salvia needs full sun and a well drained site. Do not fertilize. Water weekly, once this plant is established.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.