Salvia guaranitica 'Argentina Skies' - Argentina Skies Anise Leaf Sage

(Argentine Skies Anise Leaf Sage) Stunning large whorls of very large, sky blue flowers mark this as a very special plant. Topping out at 60 inches, it is a tidy and aromatic plant for the garden or border.

Unlike many Salvia guaranitica clones, Argentine Skies clumps but does not run. The color and flower size is most unique. It grows fell in full sun or partial shade, and appreciates good water and soil fertility.

Use it as a background plant in your perennial border, and be delighted at the results!

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In stock	4 item(s) available
Weight	1.00 lbs
Common name	Argentina Skies Anise Leaf Sage
USDA Zone	6 - 10
Size (h/w/fh)	60"/60"/72"
Exposure	Full sun to partial shade
Soil	Richness is appreciated
Water	Average
Pot size	3 1/2 inch deep pot
Price:	$6.50

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(Costa Rica Blue Sage) A strong grower with substantial, tropical looking leaves, this variety is commonly listed as a variety of Anice Leaf Sage (S. gaurantica). By the way it grows and the season of flowering, we believe it to be a hybrid.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Omaha Gold'

(Variegated Anise leaf Sage) One of the larger varieties of this species, it is wise to give this variety some support especially in windy areas. Planted at the base of a climbing rose, it will pop out with its fascinating leaves and always great flowers.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Black & Blue'

(Black & Blue Anise-Scented Sage) All of the Anice-Scented sages are strong, well behaved garden perennials. This is one of our favorites because of the strong contrast between the black calyx and the rich blue corolla.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Blue Ensign'

(Green Calyx Anise Leaf Sage) With large, Cambridge blue flowers and bright green calyx, this variety of Anise Leaf Sage is the best of any we know for use in containers. The plant is smaller and spreads less than other varieties, but still has great foliage and stunning flowers.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Purple Majesty'

(Purple Majesty Anise Scented Sage) This highly adaptable, exceedingly long blooming herbaceous perennial begins to show color in early Summer and continues until frost renders it inactive. There are a number of varieties of this dependable and long cultivated species, with the above named cultivar being our current favorite due to it’s stunning large and profuse deep purple blooms and it’s lush, vibrant mint green foliage.

The upright habit and long inflorescence (8“-12”) of this beauty make it an obvious choice for the back of the boarder. Plants should be pruned nearly to the ground in late Winter to maintain a tidy, shapely appearance and to encourage vigorous new growth in the Spring.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Sapphire Blue'

(Sapphire Blue Anise Leaf Sage) With large, Sapphire blue flowers this variety of Anise Leaf Sage almost glow in the garden. Like 'Blue Ensign', this is a smaller growing variety of Anise Leaf Sage.

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Salvia guaranitica 'Van Remsen'

(Van Remsen's Anise Leaf Sage) Big and beautiful, this large, cobalt blue Anise Leaf Sage cultivar was popularized by Salvia guru Rich Dufresne. And for good reason, as it is a magnificent plant in every way.

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Salvia x 'Jean's Purple Passion'

(Jean's Purple Sage) This spectacular plant is a hybrid between S. guaranitica (Anice Scented Sage) & S. gesnerifolia (Big Mexican Scarlet Sage). It resembles a its first parents, but with much larger flowers.

Are you looking for a deep, rich purple perennial for your garden? If so, you have found it in Jean's Purple Passion.

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7 Anise Leaf Sage varieties we love
Category: Blog
Posted: Apr 5, 2011 22:33:00
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Anise Leaf Sage, Salvia guaranitica varieties, are hardy herbaceous perennials native to Argentina. They also are magnets to hummingbirds. Which ones are the best growers? What colors are they? Here is a simple guide to this lovely Sage.

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