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| Family:
Lamiaceae |
| Scientific
Name: Salvia pachyphylla |
| Common
Name: Salvia Rose Sage, Desert Sage, Giant Flowered Purple Sage |
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Description: | A California native with silvery foliage and large ornamental flowers. |
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plant
type:
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Annuals |
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Hardiness
zone:
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(5-6)7-9 |
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Sunlight:
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full sun |
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Moisture:
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average, draught tolerant |
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Soil
& Site:
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sandy, well drained |
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Media:
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Temperature:
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Flowers:
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violet blue petals, rosy bracts, long stamens |
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Foliage:
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Dimensions:
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24-36 inches tall, spread 24 inches |
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Maintenance:
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prune back for shape in fall |
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Propagation:
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seeds, cuttings |
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Origin & History:
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Native to California. 2005 Plant Select Winner |
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Notes
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