Silver Sage (Salvia argentea)
Salvia argentea, or Silver Sage, is a striking biennial/short-lived perennial with large, silvery-white, woolly leaves and tall spikes of white flowers.
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Sunlight
Full sun is ideal for best foliage and flower production.
Watering
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with good aeration. Tolerates poor, dry soils.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures during the growing season.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Care Requirements
Full sun is ideal for best foliage and flower production.
Tolerates partial shade.
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with good aeration. Tolerates poor, dry soils.
Prefers moderate temperatures during the growing season.
Can tolerate light frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Semi-dormant in mild climates, dies back in colder regions
Leaf Color
Silver, Gray, White
Leaf Type
Woolly, ovate to oblong
Flower Size
1.5-2 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyLamiaceae
- genusSalvia
- speciesSalvia argentea
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No