Purple Sage
Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens'
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Lamiaceae
Plant Description: Compact, shrubby semi-evergreen perennial. Cultivar of culinary sage. Grown primarily of ornamental value but can be used for culinary purposes. Oblong, wrinkly leaves are purple, especially when young. Clusters of bright blue flowers bloom in late spring or early summer. Plant in well-drained soils. Tolerant of drought and heat. Do not overwater.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Shrub - Evergreen
Plant Care: Shrub - Evergreen (woody multi-stemmed plants that keep their leaves and color during winter): Only minimal pruning is required and mostly to retain a desirable shape. Pruning should be done in early spring. Monitor for pests, diseases or other ailments on a regular basis.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 12-24" tall x 12-18" wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes:
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Gray-green, Multicolored, Purple
Bloom Colors: Blue
Bloom Seasons: Early Summer, Late Spring
Bloom Period: May - Jun
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 6 to 9
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Unknown
Garden Location:
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Commercial Concepts
- JVWCD Building
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Planting Path
- Avoiding Erosion
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Spring -
Summer -
Fall -
Winter
