Salvia eigii

Salvia eigii

Native to:
Palestine
Salvia eigii

Gideon Pisanty ( Gidip ) גדעון פיזנטי

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Salvia
Species:
Salvia eigii
USDA Symbol:
SAEI

Growth Characteristics

Height:
50 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
blue, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky, mountainous regions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (18-22°C) with light exposure.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society