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Cleveland Blue Sage

Salvia Clevelandii

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Overview

Salvia clevelandii, or Cleveland Blue Sage, is an aromatic evergreen shrub originating from California. Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and spreads 5-8 feet wide. This drought-tolerant plant boasts silvery-green foliage and whorls of vivid blue to purple flowers in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators. It requires well-draining soil, full sun exposure, and minimal water once established, making it ideal for water-wise gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and spreads 5-8 feet wide; this sage is a magnet for bees
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — blue and lavender flowers in the gardenCleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — With its alluring silvery-green foliage and whorls of striking violet-blue flowersCleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — shrub for full or halfCleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — and minimal water once established; commonly referred to as Cleveland Blue Sage or Fragrant SageCleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — and occasional pruning keeps the plant compact.<br><br>When spacing Salvia clevelandiiCleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — somewhat sprawly habit that offers a naturalistic aesthetic+40

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and spreads 5-8 feet wide; this sage is a magnet for bees
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — blue and lavender flowers in the garden
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — With its alluring silvery-green foliage and whorls of striking violet-blue flowers
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — shrub for full or half
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — and minimal water once established; commonly referred to as Cleveland Blue Sage or Fragrant Sage
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — and occasional pruning keeps the plant compact.<br><br>When spacing Salvia clevelandii
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — somewhat sprawly habit that offers a naturalistic aesthetic
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — somewhat sprawly habit that offers a naturalistic aesthetic; maintain a distance of 3 to 4 feet between plants to
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — commonly referred to as Cleveland Blue Sage or Fragrant Sage; salvia clevelandii, or Cleveland Blue Sage, is an
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — making it ideal for water-wise gardens; regular deadheading can encourage a longer flowering season
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — shrub with blue and lavender blooms
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — It requires well-draining soil
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — It's also known for its low water requirements and can adapt to less fertile soils
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — commonly referred to as Cleveland Blue Sage or Fragrant Sage
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Salvia clevelandii, or Cleveland Blue Sage, is an aromatic evergreen shrub originating from California; and minimal
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — allowing each plant to flourish and contribute fully to the garden's aesthetic
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it reaches 3-5 feet in height and spreads 5-8 feet wide
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Its bloom period extends from late spring to early summer
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — maintain a distance of 3 to 4 feet between plants to ensure ample room for growth
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — It requires well-draining soil; shrub with blue and lavender blooms
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — and minimal water once established
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — making it ideal for water-wise gardens
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Salvia clevelandii, or Cleveland Blue Sage, is an aromatic evergreen shrub originating from California
Cleveland Blue Sage (Salvia Clevelandii) — Regular deadheading can encourage a longer flowering season
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