Salvia (Sage or Salvia)
Botanical Information
Family | Lamiaceae |
Genus | Salvia |
Category | Perennials |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Flowering Period | April, May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Bushy. |
Landscape | Cut Flowers; flower borders and beds; wall-side borders; container plants; wildlife gardens. |
Propagation | By softwood cuttings in spring or semi-hardwood in late summer, also by simple layering or seed. |
Cultivation | Grows outdoors in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or dappled shade in a frost-free border. Protect from excessive winter moisture. |
Pests | Susceptible to powdery mildew, rust, stem rot, fungal leaf spots, whiteflies, aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |