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Scientific
Name:
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Salvia guaranitica 'Black & Blue'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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deciduous
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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24-36" X 24-36"
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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rich blue flowers
burst from very dark purple (almost black) sepals summer
through early winter
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Zone
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zones 7-11
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Description,
Notes
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a show-stopping sage
grown for its avalanche of unusual flower spikes which
contrast nicely with the chartreuse green foliage; highly
attractive to hummingbirds; deer resistant; excellent
in containers or mass plantings; tolerates clay soils
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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