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Salvia uliginosa

Blue Spike or Bog Sage

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Information by: Jennifer Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Mullany

 

Description

This clumping plant with straight stems of 6'-7' and narrow, bright green leaves is a favorite of hummingbirds. These highly aromatic leaves are accented by pale blue and white flowers. The flowers are arranged in long, branched clusters measuring 5" long. This plant blooms throughout the entire summer.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.