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Color Spires® Crystal Blue Salvia

Salvia Color Spires® 'Crystal Blue'

Category: Perennial • Salvia

Discover Color Spires® Crystal Blue Salvia, a stunning addition to your garden with vibrant blue flowers.

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Mature Height: 18-20 inches

Mature Width: 24-26 inches

Bloom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Color Spires® Crystal Blue Salvia is a stunning perennial known for its tall spikes of vibrant blue flowers. It attracts pollinators and adds a striking color to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Tolerates drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingpollinator garden

Special Features

Attractive blue flowersattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides nectar.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to garden beds. Works well in mixed borders.

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