Salvia clevelandii
Cleveland Sage, Calif. Blue Sage
Description
The Aromas Sage is a selection that stays more compact than the Cleveland Sage and grows to about 3'-5' high and wide. It has distinctively fragrant grey-green foliage and whorls of violet-blue flowers in spring/summer. It can withstand strong winds and is deer resistant. Prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Roadside, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.