Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Salvia (SAL-vee-uh)
Species: Salvia x jamensis
Common name: Amethyst Lips
Category:
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
***Treat as an annual where not hardy***
Height:
24-36 in.
Spacing:
24-36 in.
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 7b to 11 (Possible in a drier garden area for the winter)
*** This Plant Will Live In Any Zone From Spring Until Frost ***
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Bloom Color:
Violet/Purple & White
(It may at certian times during the season be all White or all Purple)
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer until Frost
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Suitable for growing in containers
***Deer Resistant***
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 7.8
Available:
Early/Mid May
Pot Size:
Quart