Salvia macrophylla
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An upright perennial under-shrub with large grey-green leaves with slighltly white veining and silvery blue lipped flowers in summer.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Salvia macrophylla (Salvia macrophylla)
- Genus
- Salvia
- Family
- Lamiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen · Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Salvia macrophylla
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Salvia macrophylla
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Salvia macrophylla care guide
- Moderate steady soil moisture, withstands short dry spells well
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate steady soil moisture, withstands short dry spells well
Fertilizing
FertilizingHerbaceous sage feed every three weeks spring and summer
Pruning
PruningCut back flower spikes to prolong flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring and by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingWill grow well in soils that are moderately fertile and moist but well-drained preferably in full sun but will tolerate some shade. Once the plant is established it will require less watering.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), powdery mildews, verticillium wilt and foot and root rots
Pests
Generally pest-free
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