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Salvia disermas

by Johan Wentzel

Salvia disermas
Common Name
Wild giant sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Salvia disermas has upright growth, although some forms have a sprawling habit. When crushed the leaves produce a sweet fragrance. The petite, pretty flowers of Salvia disermas will add charm to any garden.
Plant Description

Salvia disermas has an upright growth form, although some forms have a sprawling habit. Multiple square stems arise from a woody rootstock. The entire plant is covered in soft hairs. The leaves have a rough texture and are dull greyish green. Flower stems are produced from terminal buds and occur on short spikes with flowers clustered at intervals. The flower is typical of sage with a two-lipped corolla. The flowers are small and white, pink or blue. It has a very long flowering season.

Occurring in a variety of colours and growth forms, the petite, pretty flowers of Salvia disermas will add charm to any garden in need of a hardy, flowering herbaceous perennial. Interplant with other Grassland species. Cut back in winter.

Afrikaanse Naam
Grootsalie
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Semi-deciduous
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Spring
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Upright
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
1m
Region
Free State, Limpopo, North West
Habitat
Grassland, Savannah, Rocky outcrops
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes

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