Blue Queen Meadow Sage
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Blue Queen Meadow Sage |
| Botanical Name | Salvia nemerosa 'Blue Queen' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 18 to 2 ft |
| Mature Width | 15 to 18 in |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | Violet-blue |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | June to September |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Dry,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Provide good drainage with watering only when rainfall is less than 1" per week. |
| Fertilize Notes | Usually no fertilizer is needed but a slow-release can be used. |
| Prune Notes | Salvia blooms all summer and spent bloom spikes can be removed to give a cleaner look. Rejuvenate mid season if the stems get floppy. |