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Salvia apiana x clevelandii 'Vicki Romo'
Salvia apiana x clevelandii 'Vicki Romo'
Salvia apiana x clevelandii 'Vicki Romo'

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Salvia apiana x clevelandii 'Vicki Romo'

(Vicki Romo White Sage) A hybrid of two of California’s best drought-resistant native sages, Salvia apiana x clevelandii ‘Vicki Romo’ has foliage similar to that of White Sage (Salvia apiana) and darker lavender flowers than those of Cleveland Sage (Salvia clevelandii).

Common name This is the non-scientific name used for a plant. A plant may have several common names, depending on the gardener's location. To further confuse the matter, a common name may be shared by several completely different plants. At Flowers by the Sea, we rely on the scientific name to identify our plants and avoid confusion. Vicki Romo White Sage
USDA Zones The U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones indicate the temperature zones where a plant is likely to thrive. It is determined by the average annual winter minimum temperature. Actual winter temperatures may be higher or lower than the average. 8 - 11
Size (h/w/fh) The anticipated mature size of the plant: Height, Width & Flower Height. 48"/60"/60"
Exposure This is the average amount of sunlight that a plant needs to thrive. Generally, full sun exposure is 6 or more hours of direct sun daily while partial shade is less than 4 hours of sun or dappled shade all day. Plants may tolerate more sunlight in cooler climates and need afternoon shade in extremely hot climates. Full sun
Soil type This is the kind of soil that a plant needs to thrive. Most plants require a well-drained soil that allows the water to soak into the soil without becoming soggy. Sandy and clay soils can be improved by digging in compost to improve drainage. Well drained
Water needs Plants have specific water requirements. Water loving means the plant needs regular watering to keep the soil moist. Average generally indicates applying 1 inch of water per week, or watering when the soil is dry to a depth of 3 to 4 inches. One inch of water is equal to 5 gallons per square yard of soil surface. Drought resistant
Container plant? "Yes" indicates that this plant can be successfully grown as a container plant. No
Hummingbird plant? Hummingbirds have been observed regularly feeding from this plant's flowers. Yes
Mature height The mature height of this plant in average conditions. 3 to 4 feet
Mature spread The mature width of this plant in average conditions. 3 to 4 feet
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This plant is can be challenging to grow in conditions outside those in which it is found in the wild.
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(Vicki Romo White Sage) A hybrid of two of California’s best drought-resistant native sages, Salvia apiana x clevelandii ‘Vicki Romo’ has foliage similar to that of White Sage (Salvia apiana) and darker lavender flowers than those of Cleveland Sage (Salvia clevelandii).

Vicki Romo is from Southern California’s Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, which named the sage for a graduate student intern. Its long blooming flowers are larger and more pronounced than those of its parent plants. Similar to White Sage, it grows tall when in full bloom. It spreads wider than most types of Cleveland Sage, which makes it an economical border screen or tall groundcover.

This heat-resistant, full sun shrub is an excellent seaside plant in Mediterranean-style, wet winter/dry summer climates such as along California's southern coast. Like its parent plants, Vicki Romo grows well on rocky, south-facing slopes. Little water is needed once its roots are established.

We love everything about this sage, especially how it attracts honeybees and hummingbirds but not deer.