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Salvia brandegeei
- Salvia brandegeei is a herbaceous perennial evergreen shrub in the Lamiaceae (Mint) family that grows to 3-4 feet in its native habitat. For many years, it was thought to be native only to Santa Rosa Island, one of the Channel Islands of California.
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Southwest Regional Reports. Native Salvias for Southern California. Fragrant and drought tolerant, these shrubs and perennials are pollinator magnets and a perfect fit for every garden. By Cara Hanstein.
This evergreen California native is drought-tolerant, deer and pest resistant, and a hummingbird and pollinator magnet. It grows only 2 to 3 feet high and wide. Its habit is dense and bushy, with sturdy stems covered in whorls of pink-blushed and silver-white foliage that is powerfully fragrant.
May 24, 2024 · Native California Salvias. Native salvia foliage are known for their distinctive fragrances, often with grayish square stems, and colorful two-lipped flowers arranged in whorls or spikes on flower stalks. The flowers generally come in shades of blue, purple, lavender, with some white, red, and pinks.
Feb 20, 2023 · Salvia sonomensis is a drought-resistant California native plant. If you're doing xeriscaping, this is for you! Our guide explains it all.
- Sonoma sage, creeping sage
- 12″-16″ tall, 5 to 15 foot spread
- Lamiaceae
- Salvia sonomensis
Pictures and descriptions of all the Salvias (Sages) native to California. White Sage, Black Sage, Cleveland Sage and all the sages in between.
S. sonomensis is found in three distinct areas in California: the California Coastal Range from Siskiyou to Napa county; from Monterey county to San Diego county; and in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It can be found growing under 2,000 m (6,600 ft) elevation on dry hillsides and woodlands.
In California, native salvias can be found growing along the Pacific Coast, crossing inland valleys and threading their way up our rocky mountain slopes. These natives are adaptable to almost any garden condition, provided there is plenty of sunshine and excellent drainage.
