Salvia patens, the
Gentian Shade is a soft lush perennial that will give a tropical feel to a
garden. The clear blue flowers are nearly 2" long. Salvia
patens will grow to 2-3 feet tall and wide. Gentian Sage plants will
die to the ground in temperatures that dip into the mid 20's and will die
completely in the teens. Salvia patens will grow in full sun near
the coast but prefers some shade in inland locations. Salvia patens
is a great addition to the Hummingbird
Garden as well as the Butterfly
Garden.
High resolution images of Salvia
patens are
available.
