The leaves of the White
Sage are the main
attraction with Salvia apiana. The foliage has a wonderful aroma and is used for incense, and
is
very white. White Sage makes a fine plant for a moonlight garden. The
foliage grows to 3-4 feet. The flowers an additional 2 feet or more.
Bee Sage requires great drainage,
and is extremely drought
tolerant. I have seen White Sage surviving in garden conditions that I would not think
possible due to this drought tolerance, so try it with caution. White Sage will get by just fine on a south facing scree
slope and likely in conditions a little less extreme. So whatever we can give it that will help drainage and minimize summer water
is for the best. It is not so difficult to start, just to keep it going unless you
are blessed with the conditions upon which it thrives. The flowers are born on 3'
powdery white stalks above the foliage. The small flowers are
white with beautiful pale purple markings if you look close enough.
High resolution
images
of Salvia apiana are available
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