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Azure blue sage

Salvia azurea

Azure blue sage
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About Azure blue sage

Azure blue sage is a real treasure for your garden. This native perennial brings stunning blue flowers that seem to glow in the late summer and fall sun. Hummingbirds and bees absolutely love visiting these blooms, so you'll have plenty of wildlife to enjoy from your porch or window. The plant is easy on the eyes and easy on the work—it takes care of itself once established and asks very little from you.

Growing azure blue sage is wonderfully simple. Plant it where it gets good sunlight and let nature do most of the work. It's a tough, reliable perennial that comes back year after year without fussing. The flowers keep coming through the cooler months when many other plants have faded. This is a native plant that truly earns its place in any garden, so don't hesitate to give it a try.

Native to 38 states