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Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis)

Salvia pratensis, or Meadow Sage, is a hardy perennial herb with vibrant blue, violet, or purple flower spikes from late spring to early summer. It thrives in full sun to

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained, average to poor soil.

Temperature

Tolerant of a wide range, prefers temperate conditions.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low, annual feeding sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Water

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained, average to poor soil.

Temperature

Tolerant of a wide range, prefers temperate conditions.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low, annual feeding sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.9 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Ovate to oblong, rugose

Flower Size

1-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Gallitrichum pratense (L.) Fourr.
Plethiosphace pratensis (L.) Opiz
Sclarea pratensis (L.) Mill.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusSalvia
  • speciesSalvia pratensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.

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