January 27, 2021
California Gardens - The Year Round Gardening Site

Salvia melissodora - Grape Scented Sage

Salvia melissodora is native to the mountains of Mexico at elevations of 4,000-8,000 feet where it has been used by the local people for herbal remedies. Salvia melissodora blooms with blue flowers Spring through Fall. The Grape Scented Sage is a free flowering shrub that is fragrant and attracts hummingbirds and insects. Melissa means bee attracting. The grape scented sage is hardy to 20° F. Salvia melissodora is a great addition to the dry shade garden, the hummingbird garden and the butterfly garden.

Salvia melissodora, grape scented sage

Flowers and foliage of Salvia melissodora, Grape Scented Sage. High resolution photos are part of our garden image collection.