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Salvia mellifera | Black Sage, Honey Sage

Black Sage is a common California native with a growth habit that can be upright to spreading. Plants can sometimes grow larger than the 5 x 5 feet noted if provided ideal conditions. Leaves are dark green above, grayish beneath, and are highly fragrant. Accepts almost any soil. Canopy coverage: 20 square feet.

Water Requirement: very low, low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 15F

Growth Rate: fast

Height: 5 feet high

Width: 5 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: medium green

Flower Color: white, blue

Flower Season: spring, summer

Wildlife: birds, hummingbirds, butterflies