Salvia sonomensis 'Dara's Choice'

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Dara's Choice Creeping Sage

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Description

This California native prostrate plant is 6"-12" high and 2'-3' wide, with bluish purple flowers held above rough, dark green leaves.

Plant Type

Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.