Product Description
Salvia 'Azure Snow' PP30534 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root Plants
COLOR SPIRES® Collection
Common Name: Perennial Salvia, Garden Sage
A dazzling addition to the COLOR SPIRES® Perennial Salvia Collection! 'Azure Snow' brings incredible refinement to the intriguing bicolor category of Salvia. 'Azure Snow' produces a refined, compact clump of deep violet blue and white bicolor flowers with attractive dark green foliage. Flowers are evenly and closely spaced on the stem for a full, polished look.
Salvia is a staple item for every sunny garden. It asks little more than sunshine and a little drink every once in a while in return for producing a bountiful mass of colorful flower spires from late spring into early summer. It forms a uniform, rounded clump of aromatic, rugose green foliage that looks nice all season long and is not enjoyed by rabbits or deer.
Salvia is easy to grow in almost any climate. Though it is drought tolerant, it will bloom better with regular watering. Deadheading encourages a longer bloom time. If plants get leggy during the season, cut them all the way back to the newly developed foliage. If cut back, plants may rebloom in fall but often the flowers are fewer and smaller.
Height: 18.0-20.0 Inches; Spread: 18.0-20.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: White Shades and Blue shades; Multicolored
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun
Low to Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Dried Flower, Easy To Grow, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant Foliage, Mass Planting
Salvia 'Azure Snow' is a captivating perennial that stands out with its unique bicolored flowering spikes. The deep violet blue and white flowers create a striking contrast that adds visual interest to any garden. This Salvia is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is both deer and rabbit resistant . It also attracts pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels of experience.
Characteristics Salvia 'Azure Snow' is an erect, bushy herbaceous perennial that grows in round clumps. It typically reaches a height of 18-20 inches with a similar spread. The leaves are dark green, aromatic, and have wavy edges . Both the flowers and foliage have a delightful fragrance, adding another dimension to this plant's appeal.
This cultivar is an attractive accent in perennial borders, butterfly gardens, and cottage gardens. It combines beautifully with yellow Achillea (Yarrow), daylilies, or interspersed with roses . With its compact size and vibrant flowers, Salvia 'Azure Snow' is also well-suited for container gardening.
- Bloom Time Salvia 'Azure Snow' blooms from late spring into early summer . The flowers are a deep violet blue and white, and they are densely arranged in whorls around the stems. To encourage further blooms, remove spent flower spikes. Cut back the plant after flowering is over . One of the key benefits of this Salvia is its long bloom season, providing lasting color in the garden.
- Growing Conditions Salvia 'Azure Snow' performs best in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to bloom profusely, but it can tolerate light shade . It prefers average, dry to medium, well-drained soils. Sandy or gravelly soils with good drainage are ideal . This Salvia is adaptable to a wide range of hardiness zones, from 3a through 8b . It is drought-tolerant, but providing average moisture will encourage more vibrant blooms . It also has excellent salt tolerance, making it a good choice for coastal gardens.
Care Salvia 'Azure Snow' is a low-maintenance plant. No serious pest or disease issues are associated with this plant. It is both deer and rabbit resistant. Here are some basic care instructions:
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during prolonged dry spells.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring with a general-purpose garden fertilizer.
- Pruning: Remove spent flower spikes to help extend the bloom period.
- Winter Care: No special care is needed. Many gardeners allow the spent foliage to stand until spring and remove it when new growth emerges.
- Propagation: This Salvia can be propagated by division in spring and by semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Companion Plants Salvia 'Azure Snow' combines well with a variety of other plants. Here are some suggestions:
| Plant Type | Companion Plants |
| Perennials | Yellow Achillea (Yarrow) , Daylilies , Echinacea , Rudbeckia , Lavender , Asclepias tuberosa , Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' , Penstemon 'Blackbeard' , Perovskia 'Denim 'n Lace' , Sedum 'Boogie Woogie' , Veronica 'Royal Rembrandt' , Maximilian Sunflower , Fragrant White Mistflower |
| Grasses | Mexican Feather Grass , Lindheimer's Muhly , Gulf Muhly |
| Shrubs | Roses |
Salvia 'Azure Snow' is a beautiful and versatile perennial that deserves a place in any sunny garden. This article has explored the key features of this plant, drawing on information from a variety of sources, including gardening websites and plant nurseries. With its unique bicolored flowers, attractive foliage, long bloom season, and low-maintenance nature, Salvia 'Azure Snow' is sure to be a favorite. Consider adding this stunning Salvia to your garden and enjoy its beauty and the pollinators it attracts.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
