sage
Salvia azurea 'Little Boy Blue'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green,azure
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water sage once a week, and keep the soil lightly moist. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. To check if your sage needs water, stick a finger into the soil. If the top of the soil feels dry, give it a drink. Give the plant roughly 1 inch of water, or enough to moisten the entire root ball. Do not let the soil dry out between waterings. During periods of extreme heat, water sage every 3-4 days.
sunlight
Sage (Salvia azurea 'Little Boy Blue') should be given full sun for optimal growing conditions. The best time of day for this plant to absorb the sun's rays is between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. During this period, the plant should recieve a minimum of 6 hours of direct light from the sun. While it may still benefit from some shade, too much shade may cause the plant to produce few flowers or to become spindly.
pruning
Sage (Salvia azurea 'Little Boy Blue') should be pruned twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. In the spring during March or April, trim 3-4 inches off of the top of the plant, and remove the woody stems. This will encourage the growth of fresh, new foliage. In the fall around late October, prune to an overall height of 6-8 inches. Trim off the long stems and leaves to maintain the shape of the plant and thin out any dense areas. This will promote air circulation and help to reduce the risk of diseases or pests.
