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Salvia sinaloensis 'Aztec Blue'
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Ground cover perennial with intense and vibrant true blue flowers. The foliage offers ornamental value. As young leaves emerge they a delightful plum colour slowly changing to an olive green as they age but always retaining a bronze tinge providing the plant is in full sun. When planted in light shade greener foliage results. As the name suggests, 'Aztec Blue' is a native of Mexico and originates in the countrys province of Sinaloa. A delightful little plant which will grow and spread slowly via underground runners to form an attractive ground cover.
Salvia
Species
sinaloensis
Cultivar
'Aztec Blue'
Ornamental sage
Labiatae
Mexico
DETAILS
30 cm
40 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Semi-deciduous
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Prefers even soil moisture / Tolerates dry soils
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Nourishment / Sanctuary / Whimsical
Perennials
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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