Perennial Sage (Salvia nemorosa Blue Marvel)

USDA Zone: 4-9

The Perennial Sages are invaluable perennials for their rich display in the border. Plants form a bushy clump of grey-green leaves, with upright bright blue flower spikes appearing in late spring through fall. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. This selection, part of the Marvel series, produces the largest flowers of all S. nemorosa. Remove faded flowers to encourage repeat blooming, or simply cut back hard after flowering is finished. Plants are reasonably drought tolerant, once established. Excellent for cutting. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring, every 3 to 4 years. USPP#27018: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Sun Exposure 
  Full Sun

Soil Type 
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH 
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture 
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist

Care Level 
  Easy 

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour 
  Deep Blue 

Blooming Time 
  Early Summer  
  Mid Summer  
  Late Summer  
  Late Spring  
  Early Fall 

Foliage Color 
  Grey Green 

Plant Uses & Characteristics 
  Accent: Good Texture/Form  
  Attracts Butterflies  
  Attracts Hummingbirds  
  Border  
  Containers  
  Cut Flower  
  Deer Resistant  
  Drought Tolerant  
  Edging  
  Rabbit Resistant  
  Massed 

Flower Head Size 
  Large 

Height 
   25-30 cm  
   10-12 inches

Spread 
   25-30 cm  
   10-12 inches

Foot Traffic 
   None 

Growth Rate 
   Medium