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California Native Plant

Salvia 'Allen Chickering'

Blue Sage

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

The Allen Chickering sage is a perennial shrub that grows 2-5 ft. high and 2-4 ft. wide . It has blue flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. This shrub is native to California and is drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Violet

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.