Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage

Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain'

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Overview

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' is a striking perennial with whorled, deep purple blooms atop 18-24 inch stems. Hardy in zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring well-drained soil. Its flowering season spans late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators while being deer and rabbit resistant. Space plants approximately 15-18 inches apart for a vibrant, low-maintenance display in borders or wildflower gardens.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' is a striking perennial with whorled

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — deep purple blooms atop 18-24 inch stems

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Hardy in zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring well-drained soil

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Its flowering season spans late spring to early summer

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — attracting pollinators while being deer and rabbit resistant

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — low-maintenance display in borders or wildflower gardens

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — The Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' or commonly known as Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 6–9

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Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' is a striking perennial with whorled

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — deep purple blooms atop 18-24 inch stems

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Hardy in zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring well-drained soil

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Its flowering season spans late spring to early summer

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — attracting pollinators while being deer and rabbit resistant

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — low-maintenance display in borders or wildflower gardens

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — The Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' or commonly known as Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — is a striking perennial herb that brings a touch of vibrant color and textural contrast to

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — Favored for its long-lasting blooms

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — this sage variant reaches an ample height of around 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread

Purple Rain Whorled Clary Sage (Salvia Verticillata 'Purple Rain') — 'Purple Rain' showcases tiered whorls of deep violet-purple flowers ascending on strong

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