Spanish Sage

Description

Bring Mediterranean flair and aromatic beauty to your garden with Spanish Sage (Salvia lavandulifolia). Known for its fragrant foliage and stunning purple-blue flowers, this perennial herb is a must-have for any garden that celebrates both beauty and functionality. Spanish Sage is not only a charming addition to flower beds and herb gardens but also attracts pollinators, adding to the health and biodiversity of your garden.

Features:

• Fragrant Foliage: The leaves of Spanish Sage are aromatic, releasing a pleasant scent when brushed or crushed. They add an extra sensory dimension to your garden, making it enjoyable even when not in bloom.
• Purple-Blue Flowers: In late spring to early summer, Spanish Sage produces spikes of vibrant purple-blue flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
• Drought-Tolerant: Well-suited for dry, sunny areas, Spanish Sage is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it a great choice for xeriscaping or water-wise gardens.
• Versatile Use: While primarily grown for its beauty and fragrance, Spanish Sage can also be used for culinary and medicinal purposes, making it a multi-functional herb in the garden.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Its beautiful flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, helping to support the local ecosystem and promote biodiversity.

Specifications:

• Common Name: Spanish Sage
• Scientific Name: Salvia lavandulifolia
• Pack Size: Typically sold in packs of seedlings or as container plants
• Flower Color: Purple-blue
• Plant Height: 1-2 feet
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Watering: Low; drought-tolerant once established
• Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 6-9

Spanish Sage is a versatile and fragrant addition to your garden, offering beauty, texture, and a pleasant scent all season long. Whether used in herbal gardens, as a fragrant border plant, or to attract pollinators, it thrives in sunny, dry conditions and is easy to maintain. Perfect for low-water gardens, Spanish Sage adds a Mediterranean touch to any landscape while supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.