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Salvia argentea

Silver Sage

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This biennial will grow 1-4' tall and 1-3' wide. It has gray/green leaves with white flowers that are sometimes tinged yellow or pink and bloom in spring and summer.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Biennial

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Silver, White

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.