Salvia 'Aromas'

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Salvia 'Aromas'

Aromas Cleveland Sage

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: GardenSoft

Description

The Aromas Cleveland Sage is a selection that stays more compact than the species and grows to about 3'-5' high and wide. It has distinctively fragrant, gray green foliage and whorls of violet blue flowers in spring and summer. It can withstand strong winds and is deer resistant. It 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

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, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.