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Chia

Chia

Salvia columbariae

herbaceous☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 9a – Zone 11b

A delicate California wildflower with slender upright stems bearing whorled blue-purple flowers loved by pollinators. Drought-tolerant once established and excellent for xeriscaping or native gardens.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1–1.5′ tall × 1–1.5′ wide
Dormancy
semi-evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

high
Zone 9aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Succession Role

pioneer

Native to the United States

Native Range

California and Baja California

Native to: California

Function & Care

ediblemedicinalpollinator nectary

Edible Parts

seedleaf

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
1 years
Propagation
seed

Companion Planting

Plants well with