Salvia lanigera
Salvia lanigera
- Native to:
- Algeria, Cyprus, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Sinai, Tunisia
Gideon Pisanty ( Gidip ) גדעון פיזנטי,Yoav Dothan,Daniel Ventura,Daniel Ventura,Shaylang,Ariesaada,Loudon, J. C. (John Claudius), 1783-1843 A. & R. Spottiswoode, printer United States. Patent Office. Scientific Library, former owner DSI,New Zealand Institute,Conrad Loddiges & Sons,Loddiges, Conrad, 1743?-1826 Conrad, Loddiges & Sons,Regel, E. (Eduard), 1815-1892,Dumont-Courset, 1746-1824
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Lamiaceae
- Genus:
- Salvia
- Species:
- Salvia lanigera
- USDA Symbol:
- SALA23
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 40 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may
- Bloom Colors:
- white, lavender
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, 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 arid regions, prefers low fertility
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–28 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily with light and warmth; no special treatment typically required.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled