sage
Salvia 'Eveline'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
pruning
For Sage (Salvia 'Eveline'), pruning should be done in early spring or mid-spring as soon as new growth appears. Remove dead, diseased, and weak branches. Prune to shape the plant by cutting back branches to desired length. Avoid pruning more than 1/3 of the width of the bush. Remove any remaining leaves that have become discolored or limp. After pruning, make sure to fertilize and water.
sunlight
Sage (Salvia 'Eveline') requires 5-6 hours of direct sunlight a day to thrive. This should be provided in the morning and/or late afternoon when the sun's rays are less intense. This plant should be kept out of direct midday sunlight to protect it from sunburn. Sage can do well in partial shade, but it won't develop the deep purple tone it's known for without adequate sunlight.
watering
Sage (Salvia 'Eveline') should be watered frequently but lightly. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before you add more water. During the summer months, water the plant 1-2 times a week and during the winter months, water it once every week or 2. Make sure to never over-water sage as it could cause the roots to rot. Ensure that the soil draining is enough to allow excess water to evaporate and never let the roots sit in water.
Season
Hardiness Map
Lantana, or Lantana camara, is a beautiful and popular flower choice for Zone 9 gardens. This evergreen shrub produces vibrant clusters of purple, pink, orange, yellow, or white flowers and is often used as both a perennial and annual in warmer climates. Lantana is considered deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for novice gardeners and those with dry gardens. Lantana does best when it receives full sunlight, regular water, and fertilizer. It is generally a low-maintenance plant, and is able to tolerate both high and low temperatures. Homeowners in Zone 9 can also enjoy lantana in a number of ways – it can be used as a border along pathways or gardens, as a ground cover, or in containers. Lantana is also known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an ideal choice for the environmentally conscious gardener. Pruning is necessary to keep lantana tidy, with it generally done around early summer. As a tropical species, lantana will die back to the ground when temperatures drop to freezing; however, it will typically bloom again in the spring.
