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Salvia 'Desperado' - Desperado Sage

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Salvia 'Desperado' is a striking perennial plant that commands attention in any landscape with its robust silver-grey foliage and spires of captivating lavender-blue flowers, which bloom from late spring through fall. Standing tall at up to 3 feet, Desperado Sage not only adds a captivating dash of color to your garden, but also serves as a bustling hub for bees and hummingbirds, enhancing your space with a lively flash of nature's charm. This plant is a hardy warrior, showcasing its resilience through drought conditions while thriving in full sun to partial shade, making it an excellent choice for both sunny garden spots and those shadier corners. Not to be underestimated, the Salvia 'Desperado' successfully adapts to less-than-ideal soil conditions and asks for little in return, making it the exemplary pick for anyone seeking the wild grace of a meadow aesthetic or a low-maintenance, water-saving landscape.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall
  • Flowers: Lavender-blue
  • Foliage: Robust, silver-grey leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-resistant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Attracts bees and hummingbirds
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