100 Blue Sage Seeds Salvia farinacea Aromatic Cottage Garden Pollinator Friendly

Blue Sage (Salvia farinacea) is a clump-forming perennial commonly grown as an annual, valued for its slender spikes of deep violet-blue flowers that rise above narrow green foliage through the warm season. Its upright, bushy habit and long bloom window make it a reliable choice for borders, meadow-style plantings, and container arrangements.
The flower spikes blend easily into cottage and cutting gardens and pair well with grasses and other mid-height perennials. Blooming typically begins in early summer and continues until frost, with spent blooms encouraging further flowering. Beyond its ornamental use, blue sage is a familiar selection for mixed beds and mass plantings where a continuous blue accent is desired.
Species: Salvia farinacea
Variety: Blue Sage
Type: Perennial (often grown as annual)
Plant_Habit: Upright clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 7-10 (tender elsewhere)
Germination: 10-21 days at 65-75F
Sowing: Surface sow, press lightly, do not cover deeply
Spacing: 10-12 inches apart
Notes: Deadhead to prolong bloom; drought tolerant once established