Salvia multicaulis

Salvia multicaulis

Native to:
Iran | Iraq | Lebanon-Syria | Palestine | Sinai | Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Salvia
Species:
Salvia multicaulis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
40 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
violet, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

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

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to improve germination; surface sow on well-drained medium.

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society