California white sage
A compact and bushy perennial with aromatic grey-green silvery foliage and slender racemes of small white to pale purple lipped flowers in late spring.
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Will grow well in soils that are moderately fertile and moist but well-drained preferably in full sun but will tolerate some shade. Once the plant is established it will require less watering. See our video How to care for tender salvia for more advice
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Cut back flower spikes to prolong flowering
Generally pest-free
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), powdery mildews, verticillium wilt and foot and root rots