Native to the coastal chaparral zone of southern California, this evergreen shrub has highly aromatic gray-green foliage. The unusual flower spikes consist of clusters of blue-violet flowers stacked like shish-kebobs along the spike. Butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the blossoms in the spring. Plant in full sun to part shade and provide excellent drainage.
Salvia clevelandii (Chaparral Sage)
Salvia clevelandii
Chaparral Sage, Fragrant Sage, Blue Sage, Cleveland Sage, Jim Sage, California Blue Sage
Native to the coastal chaparral zone of southern California, this evergreen shrub has highly aromatic gray-green foliage. The unusual flower spikes consist of clusters of blue-violet flowers stacked like shish-kebobs along the spike. Butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the blossoms in the spring. Plant in full sun to part shade and provide excellent drainage.
| Plant Type | Native, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 6 (ft) |
| Spread | 6 (ft) |
| Spacing | 6' - 8' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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