Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Salvia

Species:

Salvia × sylvestris

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

blue, purple

Native Range

United States: Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Prefers sunny locations with good air circulation