Sage, Meadow
- Also Known As: Ornamental Meadow Sage
- Botanical Name: Salvia sylvestris (nemorosa)
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Demand: Low|Medium
- Landscape Use: Border - Edge, Container, Deer Resistant, Fragrance, Rock Garden
- Ornamental Color: Blue, Pink, Purple, White
- Native or Adapted: Adapted
- Wildlife Value: Bees, Butterflies
- Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
- Plant Form: Upright
- Region: North Central Texas
- Plant Spread: 1' - 2'
- Plant Height: 1' - 3'
Description
Spikes of flowers held above dark green leaves. Many selections are available, including May Night (purple), Rose Queen (pink), Snow Hill (white), Blue Queen (blue), and Cardonna (dwarf purple). Shear hard to encourage repeat flowering. For planting seedlings or established plants, it is not necessary to till the soil. Use a 2" coarse mulch to cover the plant beds.
Sage, Meadow Photos
