Variegated Sage

Salvia 'Silver Sabre'

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Overview

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') is a striking perennial with ovate, silver-edged leaves and a compact growth habit, reaching up to 18 inches in height and spread. Its aromatic foliage complements the summer blooms of blue to purple flowers, attracting pollinators. Preferring full sun to partial shade, this drought-tolerant sage adds a splash of light to any garden bed or container. Hardy in zones 7-9.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 8–10

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') is a striking perennial with ovate

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') is a striking perennial with ovate

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — reaching up to 18 inches in height and spread

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — silver-edged leaves and a compact growth habit

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') is a striking perennial with ovate

Variegated Sage (Salvia 'Silver Sabre') — reaching up to 18 inches in height and spread

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