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Chia

Salvia Columbariae

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Overview

Salvia columbariae, commonly known as Chia, is a flowering annual herb prized for its dense clusters of vibrant blue to purple flowers. Maturing around 1-1.5 feet tall and wide, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, requiring minimal water once established. Chia's blooms attract pollinators, while its seeds, rich in omega-3, add a nutritious element. Ideal for xeriscapes and native gardens in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type AnnualClimate Mediterranean

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — this annual herb is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — upright stems are clothed with pinnately lobed leaves

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — It is also frost-tolerant, making it a resilient choice for a variety of regional landscapes; annual with blue blooms

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — blue flowers in the garden

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — Maturing around 1-1.5 feet tall and wide; adding a vibrant burst of color during the spring season, image 46

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — thriving in full sun exposures and requiring minimal water once established; is a flowering annual herb prized for its dense

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — requiring minimal water once established

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Annual
Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — this annual herb is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — upright stems are clothed with pinnately lobed leaves

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — It is also frost-tolerant, making it a resilient choice for a variety of regional landscapes; annual with blue blooms

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — blue flowers in the garden

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — Maturing around 1-1.5 feet tall and wide; adding a vibrant burst of color during the spring season, image 46

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — thriving in full sun exposures and requiring minimal water once established; is a flowering annual herb prized for its dense

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — requiring minimal water once established

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — is a flowering annual herb prized for its dense clusters of vibrant blue to purple flowers; requiring minimal water once established

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — which are highly aromatic when crushed; commonly referred to as Chia or Golden Chia

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — This low-maintenance plant is an excellent choice for borders; ideal for xeriscapes and native gardens in USDA zones 9-11

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — annual for full or half

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — commonly referred to as Chia or Golden Chia

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — adding a vibrant burst of color during the spring season; a member of the Lamiaceae family

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — A member of the Lamiaceae family

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — which are highly aromatic when crushed

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — annual for full or half; providing both functional and ornamental value

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — providing both functional and ornamental value

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — thriving in full sun exposures and requiring minimal water once established

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — Chia's blooms attract pollinators, while its seeds, rich in omega-3, add a nutritious element

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — commonly referred to as Chia or Golden Chia; maturing around 1-1.5 feet tall and wide

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — annual with blue blooms

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — Chia's blooms attract pollinators, while its seeds, rich in omega-3, add a nutritious element; thriving in full sun exposures and

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — Maturing around 1-1.5 feet tall and wide

Chia (Salvia Columbariae) — this annual herb is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico; it is also frost-tolerant, making it a

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