Salvia muelleri
Royal Purple Sage
Description
This shrubby, perennial herb has grassy green, fragrant foliage with royal purple flowers that bloom in the spring.
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.