Blue Sage (Salvia Azurea) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial herbaceous plant with tall, slender stems and bright blue, two-lipped flowers arranged in terminal spikes.

Blue Sage

Blue Sage

Salvia Azurea

A perennial herbaceous plant with tall, slender stems and bright blue, two-lipped flowers arranged in terminal spikes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, ornamental specimen, drought tolerant groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Sage

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Salvia