Salvia clevelandii
Cleveland Sage
Description
The Cleveland Sage is a perennial shrub that grows 4' tall and wide. It has fragrant gray foliage and blue flowers that bloom between May and August. This shrub needs full sun and prefers well drained soil. The Cleveland Sage is native to California and is drought tolerant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender, Violet
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.