Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue'
Salvia
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Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Description
Salvia 'Indigo Spires' was discovered as a chance hybrid seedling between two Mexican sages (S. longispicata and S. farinacea) in the Huntington Botanical Garden in the 1970's. Salvia 'Mystic Spires Blue' was developed by irradiation induction from 'Indigo Spires' to become the dwarf version of this popular variety in 2003. The result is this robust dwarf hybrid that will give an impressive bloom of true blue flowers that last all summer through the fall months. A fantastic addition to any colorful planting border or for an inspiring centerpiece for a container planting.
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Blooming
Flowers are 2-lipped and range in color from white, yellow, salmon, pink, red and scarlet. For continued blooming, deadhead flowers.
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Growth
Most every sage plant thrives in full sun. Provide low to moderate humidity. Keep the soil around the roots cool. For continual harvest through winter, remove sage from the ground in late fall and pot up in containers.
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Planting
Plant sages in areas with good air circulation to prevent mold germination. Sow seeds of annuals in spring (don't allow the average temperature to dip below 60ºF); biennials in containers in summer; and perennials in containers in spring.
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Pest
Sages are susceptible to mildew and other fungal diseases. Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and whiteflies.
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Interesting facts
Salvia is the largest genus in the Mint family at around 900 species. The flowers of Sage plants attract bees, hummingbirds and butterflies. Most Sages have very aromatic foliage. The genus name Salvia is derived from the Latin term "salvare" which means "to heal" or "to save".
Salvia (Salvia longispicata 'Mystic Spires Blue') - Soil and irrigation
Sages require good drainage, especially when they reach the wintertime. Freezes are more lethal when sages are sitting in soggy soils. Prefers rich loam.
