Salvia cacaliifolia

(Blue Vine Sage) Blooming from mid-summer through late autumn, this semi-hardy herbaceous perennial is adorned with a profusion of true-blue flowers that arch up 12 to 24 inches above its deltoid, grass-green leaves.

In our mild coastal climate Blue Vine Sage blooms for 8 to 10 months and has become a patch of dazzling blue -- nearly 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide -- in our Salvia garden. It is a fine choice for edging pathways or including in perennial borders. Although it doesn't need lots of water, it tolerates moist ground. For best performance, this plant needs weekly watering, removal of spent flowers and high shade in hot areas. After the threat of frost passes in spring, cut the stems almost down to the ground to keep your patch shapely.

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In stock	10 item(s) available
Common name	Blue Vine Sage or Guatemalan Leaf Sage
USDA Zone	8 - 11
Size (h/w/fh)	36"/42"/54"
Exposure	Partial shade
Soil	Rich and well draibed
Water	Regular
Pot size	3 1/2" deep pot
Container?	Yes
Price:	$7.50

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Here's some of the best uses for this plant in your garden:

Salvia cacaliifolia - Blue Vine Sage or Guatemalan Leaf Sage:

Perennial border

Close up, or at the edge of a path

Moist areas

Container plant

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about using Blue Vine Sage or Guatemalan Leaf Sage in your garden. Or call us at 707 877-1717.

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