Salvia 'Celestial Blue' - 'Celestial Blue' Sage

Description

'Celestial Blue' Sage hails from Las Pilitas Nursery- a hybrid between Salvia pachyphylla and Salvia clevelandii (most likely).  This is a great option if you like the look of Salvia pachyphylla but need something a little larger and more robust.  The foliage does look like a cross between these two- light grey and felty.  Retains the absolutely killer color of S. pachyphylla- large, deep periwinkle flowers and magenta bracts.  Very exciting for blurple fans!  As with other sages, it likes good drainage, full sun, and little or no summer water. Growing portions of branches can be trimmed back periodically for denser growth. Very deer resistant, with aromatic leaves. Grows quickly to 5' by 5'.