Salvia guacana
Salvia guacana, commonly known as Sage, is a perennial ornamental plant that thrives in full sun with medium water requirements. It typically grows to a height of 0.4–0.8 meters and blooms from June to September with purple, blue, and white flowers. This plant prefers loamy, sandy, or chalky soil and is known to attract pollinators. It is not evergreen and is suitable for USDA zones 5–9.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy, Chalky
Height
0.4–0.8 m
Spread
0.3–0.5 m
Zones
5–9
Flower colors
Plant in well-draining soil in a location that receives full sun. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. This plant is excellent for borders, rock gardens, and containers.
The flowers of Salvia guacana are attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to a pollinator-friendly garden.