General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 10b
Plant Height: 36 inches
Plant Spread: 36 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Other: Gray-white, Leaves become almost white with intense drought
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Blue
Other: Bright blue
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Fall
Late fall or early winter
Winter
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Uses: Provides winter interest
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds

Common names
  • Sage
  • Salvia

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