Salvia guaranitica 'Forever Blue' | Blue Anise Sage
DESCRIPTION
Salvia guaranitica 'Forever Blue' is a vibrant perennial that produces deep cobalt-blue, tubular flowers held in green calyces. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, the flowers are arranged on graceful spikes that rise above the foliage, adding a bold splash of color to the garden. The vivid blue blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators, making it a dynamic choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Native to South America, Salvia guaranitica is well-suited to warm climates and sunny garden spaces. 'Forever Blue' is cherished for its long blooming season and ability to pair seamlessly with other summer and autumn flowers. Its intense blue tones and elegant growth habit make it a versatile addition to borders, containers, or mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Salvia guaranitica 'Forever Blue' is a vibrant perennial that produces deep cobalt-blue, tubular flowers held in green calyces. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, the flowers are arranged on graceful spikes that rise above the foliage, adding a bold splash of color to the garden. The vivid blue blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators, making it a dynamic choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Native to South America, Salvia guaranitica is well-suited to warm climates and sunny garden spaces. 'Forever Blue' is cherished for its long blooming season and ability to pair seamlessly with other summer and autumn flowers. Its intense blue tones and elegant growth habit make it a versatile addition to borders, containers, or mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Salvia guaranitica 'Forever Blue' is a vibrant perennial that produces deep cobalt-blue, tubular flowers held in green calyces. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, the flowers are arranged on graceful spikes that rise above the foliage, adding a bold splash of color to the garden. The vivid blue blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators, making it a dynamic choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Native to South America, Salvia guaranitica is well-suited to warm climates and sunny garden spaces. 'Forever Blue' is cherished for its long blooming season and ability to pair seamlessly with other summer and autumn flowers. Its intense blue tones and elegant growth habit make it a versatile addition to borders, containers, or mixed plantings.
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Family: Lamiaceae
Height: 24 to 36 inches
Width: 18 to 24 inches
Foliage color: Bright green, ovate leaves
Flower color: Vibrant deep blue flowers
Bloom time: Summer to fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering
Growing zone: Zones 7-10
Wildlife attractors: Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterfliesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
