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Salvia apiana 'Compacta' - Compact White Sage

Market price from $4.20 to $8.85

Salvia apiana 'Compacta' is an aromatic masterpiece that harmoniously merges functionality and aesthetics. More commonly known as Compact White Sage, this perennial marvel boasts a stature of 2-3 feet in both height and width, making it an unobtrusive yet captivating presence in your garden. Its foliar drama features gorgeous silvery-blue leaves that exude a unique, comforting fragrance, thanks to their abundance of aromatic oils. From late spring to early summer, your garden will be treated to a spectacular showcase of elongated spikes adorned with delicate flowers, transitioning from stark white to soft lavender as they burst into bloom. A true embodiment of resilience, this drought-defiant plant basks in full sun and thrives in poor soil, proving that beauty can indeed, flourish under strain. Compact White Sage does not exist simply to please the eye, it invites bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds into your garden with its nectar-rich flowers, fostering a healthy ecosystem. Whether you aim to create a sustainable haven or simply wish to bring an air of wild elegance to your landscape, Salvia apiana 'Compacta' is the versatile choice.

  • Size: Up to 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Long spikes with white to light lavender flowers
  • Foliage: Silvery-blue leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-resistant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
  • Aromatic Foliage: Rich in aromatic oils, giving off a distinctive scent
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