Salvia discolor - Andean Silver Sage or Peruvian Sage

(Peruvian Sage or Concolor Sage) This native to the high Andes in Peru is one of the most distinctive of all Salvias. The leaves are apple green and smooth on the top, and have silver hairs on the bottoms. This alone is enough to recommend this plant - but the flowers . . .

So dark purple that they appear to most as black, these are the most unusual and striking of any of the over 250 Salvia species and varieties we grow. They are large and showy and appear continuously during the growing season. We keep a plant in the greenhouse over the winter, just for the flowers.

The stems are scandent - that is they grow almost like vines. So grow this in a tall container or hanging basket, let it sprawl about and delight you with the fragrance of black currents, and all is well in the world.

One of our very favorite plants!

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In stock	2 item(s) available
Weight	1.00 lbs
Common name	Andean Silver Sage or Peruvian Sage
USDA Zone	9 - 11
Size (h/w/fh)	24"/36"/36"
Exposure	Sun - Partial shade
Soil	Well drained
Water	Regular
Pot size	3 1/2 inch deep pot
Container?	Yes!
Price:	$7.50

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