Vertical flower spikes that hummingbirds and bees cannot resist.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 1-3'
- Bloom Colors
- PurpleBlueRedPinkWhite
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance✂ Cut Flower
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About This Name
Salvia nemorosa is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Salvia unambiguously. The genus Salvia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Salvia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Salvia nemorosa will give you the most precise results.