Salvia scabra - Coastal Blue Sage

(Coastal Blue Sage) On the sandy shores of the East Cape in South Africa grows this easy-to-grow, spreading perennial Sage. The lobed, lyre-shaped leaves are a deep green - quite a contrast to most of the Salvias from this region. The flower spikes grow up to a foot above the foliage clumps, sporting small purplish pink flowers that are quite attractive.

So why is it known in it's native region as "Blue Sage"? Probably because the flowers have a blue sparkle to them in the bright sun.

Use this lovely little perennial sub-shrub on the edge of a border, or as a small scale ground cover. This is a lovely plant that should be in much wider use.

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In stock	12 item(s) available
Weight	1.00 lbs
Common name	Coastal Blue Sage
USDA Zone	8 - 11
Size (h/w/fh)	18"/24"/24"
Exposure	Full sun
Soil	Well drained
Water	Average to dry
Pot size	3 1/2 inch deep pot
Container?	Yes
Price:	$7.00

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