SALVIA ARGENTEA SEEDS

Salvia argentea

One of the most unique in the expansive and diverse genus of Salvia, Silver Sage features a huge rosette of soft and silvery fuzzy foliage. Individual leaves are comically large and covered with a thick layer of down. Requires full sun and moderately dry soils. Easy to grow and too rarely offered at garden centers. Will be happy for at least one season in a large terracotta pot filled with very well-drained soil. Water potted plants regularly.

Tall candelabra-like flowering stalks may appear in the second or third year. Remove bolting stems promptly to preserve the integrity of the foliage. If allowed to bloom this plant will self-sow, and then typically die immediately afterward.

Start indoors at least 8 weeks before the last frost: press seeds into moist well-drained soil; mist generously with warm water; cover with plastic to maintain warmth and moisture; kept warm (70°F) and moist in bright light seeds will germinate in 2-3 weeks. Uncover promptly once germination begins. Prick out seedlings to grow on in individual 4"-6" pots when they have one or two sets of true leaves. Seedlings prefer bright light and room temperature. Well-drained soil is a must. Do not overwater!

Packet contains at least 10 seeds.

Photo by the incredible Rotary Botanical Gardens.