This salvia variety is native to South Texas and is famous for its low maintenance and heat, drought and humidity tolerance. Expect dark blue flowers from spring through fall and lots of butterflies and hummingbirds. It grows thicker and will flower better in fall if cut back in mid-summer.
Mature height |
3 feet |
Mature width |
3 feet |
Sunny or Shady |
Sunny |
Type 4-5 |
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Spring/Summer appearance |
Blue flowers with silver-green foliage |
Fall/Winter appearance |
Some foliage |
Wildlife support |
Birds and butterflies |
Freeze Hardy |
Yes |
Botanical Name |
Salvia farinacea ‘Henry Duelberg’ |