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Mealy Blue Sage

Mealy Blue Sage

Salvia farinacea

herbaceous☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8a – Zone 11b

Mealy Blue Sage is a drought-tolerant perennial with slender spikes of blue-purple flowers dusted with white powder, blooming prolifically in summer heat. It thrives in dry, sunny locations and requires minimal water once established.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1.5–3′ tall × 1–1.5′ wide
Dormancy
semi-evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 8aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

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

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Succession Role

early successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Texas native

Native to: Texas

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting

Companion Planting

Plants well with