wood sage
Salvia sylvestris 'Viola Klose'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Dark blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Wood sage should be watered every 5-7 days during the summer months and every 10-14 days in the winter. You should water the plant deeply, making sure to soak the soil around the root zone. If the soil around the plant is dry to the touch - approximately 1-2 inches down - then it's time to water. To ensure optimal health, avoid overwatering and underwatering as both can lead to plant death.
sunlight
Wood sage (Salvia sylvestris 'Viola Klose') requires full sun to partial shade in order to thrive. It prefers direct sunlight for at least 6-8 hours per day, with shade from the hot afternoon sun in zones 5 and higher. It can tolerate a little shade, especially during periods of extreme heat. The plant will become leggy and will produce fewer flowers if it does not receive enough light. It is best to give it moderate sunlight in the evening and morning and dappled shade in the afternoon.
pruning
Wood sage should be pruned at the beginning of spring. Cut back damaged stems and woody sections to encourage new growth and make it look neat and tidy. Prune around 25-30 percent of the woody stems of the wood sage plant to foster healthy new growth for the following growing season. Annual pruning is recommended for wood sage.
