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Key characteristics

Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 1.5 ft to 2 ft
Width: 1.5 ft to 2 ft
Flower color: Pure white flowers densely packed along upright branching flower spikes
Foliage color: Aromatic gray green leaves with a textured surface and compact habit
Bloom time: Late spring through early fall
Light: Full sun
Water: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; shear after flowering flushes to encourage rebloom and maintain compact growth
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and pollinators attracted to nectar rich flowers

Perennials

Salvia nemorosa 'White Profusion'

White Profusion Meadow Sage

Salvia nemorosa 'White Profusion' produces dense spikes of pure white flowers from late spring through summer, creating a long-lasting display that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Aromatic leaves are deep green, narrowly oval, and softly textured, forming a dense mound. The flowers are carried on upright stems above the foliage, opening in succession to extend the bloom period while adding vertical structure and brightness to garden plantings.

Light

Full sun

Water

Low to moderate

Bloom time

Late spring through early fall

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Sun Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Hummingbird Gardens
Waterwise Gardens

Companion plants

Bearded irises · Bee balm · Yarrow · Ornamental grasses · Garden phlox · Black-eyed Susans

Design tip

Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.

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