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Salvia superba Merleau 'Blue'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Salvia superba Merleau 'Blue' (perennial sage) bears medium blue blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Salvia superba Merleau 'Blue' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. Salvia superba Merleau 'Blue' attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.