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Salvia hybrid

FEATURES

Garden VALEDICTORIAN.

Light blue flowers each with a black calyx on tough plants. Hummingbirds, butterflies and bees all love it, which makes it great plant for pollinator gardens.

Award Winner

Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer

Long Blooming

Heat Tolerant

Deadheading Not Necessary

Drought Tolerant

Attracts:

Bees

Butterflies

Hummingbirds

Resists:

Deer

CHARACTERISTICS

Plant Type:

Annual

Height Category:

Tall

Garden Height:

30 - 40 Inches 76cm - 1.0m

Spacing:

18 - 24 Inches 46cm - 61cm

Spread:

24 - 30 Inches 61cm - 76cm

Flower Colors:

Black

Blue

Flower Shade:

Crisp Blue and Black

Foliage Colors:

Green

Foliage Shade:

Deep Green

Habit:

Upright

Container Role:

Thriller

PLANT NEEDS

Light Requirement:

Part Sun to Sun

The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

Maintenance Category:

Easy

Bloom Time:

Planting To Hard Frost

Hardiness Zones:

9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b

Water Category:

Average

Soil Fertility Requirement:

Average Soil

Poor Soil

Uses:

Border Plant

Container

Landscape

Mass Planting

Uses Notes:

Use in containers and landscapes. This plant is a pollinator attracting machine, beloved by pollinators of many types.

Maintenance Notes:

This is a wonderful annual Salvia (except in frost free zones) compact and richly colored it is easy and trouble free. It is sterile so it will not set seed and that means it will just bloom, and bloom and bloom all season without stopping.

You can easily trim to keep the shape or size where you want it, and it will branch out and become even thicker and more full of flowers.

Regular watering and fertilizing will keep the plant at maximum color and growth but it is amazingly tough and once established in a pot of the garden will tolerate lower levels of food and water. However, severe drought will cause lower leaves to drop and if this happens give it a quick haircut removing the upper 1/3 of growth and once it back to normal watering it will fill back in.

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SALVIAS, A Nectar Haven for Pollinators in NE Florida!

Salvias: Nature's Paintbrush

Salvias, often known as sages, come in an extraordinary variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. They're popular for many gardeners for their aesthetic appeal, easy-care nature, and reputation as pollinator magnets. They are prolific bloomers and rich in nectar, making them an irresistible treat for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Salvia Varieties Thriving in Zone 9

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Salvia leucantha (Mexican Bush Sage)

A perennial salvia, its velvety purple and white flowers bloom from late summer to frost, providing a much-needed nectar source when many other plants are past their prime.

Salvia 'Amistad' (Friendship Sage)

This variety sports deep purple flowers, a true spectacle that blooms from late spring until the first frost. Its large, two-foot spikes are a pollinator delight.

Salvia guaranitica 'Black and Blue'

Standing out with its striking blue flowers, it blooms from mid-summer to fall. This plant attracts hummingbirds like no other!

Salvia microphylla

'Hot Lips'

A unique bicolor salvia with red and white flowers that bloom from early summer to frost. Its bright colors and long flowering period make it a favorite of bees and butterflies.

Salvia coccinea

(Scarlet Sage)

A Florida native, this salvia variety sports bright red flowers and is a favorite of hummingbirds. It is also highly drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for those looking to conserve water.

Salvia 'Mystic Spires' This is a compact version of another favorite, 'Indigo Spires'. It flaunts rich, deep blue flowers from spring until the first frost and requires very little care once established.

Salvia 'Sallyfun

Blue Emotion' Showcasing stunning

sky-blue flowers, this variety blooms from late spring until frost and is a perfect pick for attracting bees and butterflies.

Salvia 'Saucy Wine': True to its name, this Salvia presents dark

wine-red flowers that bloom from spring to frost, acting as a beacon for hummingbirds.

Salvia 'Summer Jewel'

This series, available in red, white, and pink, is a favorite for its compact growth and early bloom time. Blooming from late spring through fall, it provides a long-lasting buffet for pollinators.

Why Salvias are Beneficial

A buzzing and vibrant garden isn't just an aesthetic delight; it's an indicator of a healthy ecosystem. By planting salvias, you're contributing to biodiversity, as they attract and support a multitude of pollinators. In the absence of these plants, many species of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds would struggle to find adequate food sources. Additionally, the benefits of pollinators extend to us humans too, as they play a crucial role in the pollination of many of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we consume.

Planting and Care

Salvias are generally low-maintenance plants. They prefer well-draining soil and a spot in the garden that receives full sun to partial shade. Most varieties are drought-tolerant once established, making them an excellent choice for xeriscaping.

In conclusion, salvias are an excellent choice for gardeners in NE, Florida if you're looking to add a pop of color to your garden, attract pollinators, or simply cultivate an easy-to-care-for plant. Stay tuned for our next "Plant of the Week" feature!