Salvia Species, Gentian Sage, Spreading Sage
Salviapatens

Synonym:Salvia decipiens

Synonym:Salvia macrantha

Synonym:Salvia spectabilis

Height

Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

Danger
Full Sun

Bloom Color
N/A

Bloom Time
Dark Blue

Foliage
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details
Evergreen

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting
From softwood cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Category

Soil pH requirements
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Patent Information

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Where to Grow