Salvia Seeds grow into perennial or tender perennial, upright or bushy plants with aromatic foliage and spikes of tubular flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, red, or white. They thrive in temperate to warm climates with full sun and well-draining soil. Salvia is ideal for garden beds, borders, pollinator gardens, and container planting, providing long-lasting blooms from spring through fall and attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Features
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Perennial or tender perennial, upright or bushy growth habit
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Produces spikes of tubular flowers in blue, purple, pink, red, or white
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, pollinator gardens, and containers
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Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil
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Provides long-lasting blooms and attracts pollinators
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Salvia spp.
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Common Name (US): Sage
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial or tender perennial
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USDA Zones: 8-11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days, keep soil moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Mature Plant Size: 12-36 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants