Salvia chamelaeagnea

Common Names: rough blue sage

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: South Africa

Type: Shrub

Size: Upright to 5 ft. high and wide.

Flowers: Light lavender to white flowers, summer; medium green scented leaves slightly hairy. Square stems.

Uses: Background, screen, wildlife, containers. Resprouts from roots after fires.

Wildlife: Landing platform for bees and butterflies. Also attracts hummingbirds. Deer resistive.

Soil: Well-drained.

Water: Regular, especially in winter.

Sun: Full sun to some shade.

Pruning: Wayward side stems can be cut off at base. After winter, cut off any frost-damaged stems near base.

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Notes: Found along riverbeds in sandy soil among rocks. Hardy to 20° F.