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Salvia farinacea 'Henry Duelberg' - Mealy Cup Sage

Market price from $1.45 to $2.20

Salvia farinacea 'Henry Duelberg' is an exceptional pick that brings both scale and color to any garden landscape. Known as Mealy Cup Sage, this perennial plant showcases impressive deep indigo blue flowers that are sure to captivate viewers from late spring until the frost fades. Its striking spikes of blossoms tower up to three feet high and wide, anchoring any garden arrangement with its formidable presence. Complementing the resplendent blooms are its silver-gray leaves, a perfect foil that further enhances its aesthetic appeal. 'Henry Duelberg' doesn't just serve as eye-candy either, its low water requirement makes it a smart choice for those desiring drought-tolerant greenery. With a preference for full sun to light shade, this robust cultivar also proves to be quite the wildlife magnet, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with its rich nectar. Whether decorating borders, furnishing cottage gardens, or enhancing mass plantings, this low-maintenance perennial adds an inviting vibrance that both local fauna and garden admirers will find hard to ignore.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Deep indigo blue
  • Foliage: Silver-gray leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Wildlife: Particularly butterflies and hummingbirds
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