Cleveland Sage

Cleveland Sage

Salvia clevelandii

A native California sage with intensely aromatic gray-green foliage and whorls of blue-purple flowers in late spring. One of the most fragrant plants in the garden. Extremely drought tolerant and a magnet for hummingbirds.

USDA Zones

8–10

Height

3 ft–5 ft at maturity

Bloom Season

May – July

Bloom Color

blue, purple

🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds

^† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.

# Cleveland Sage Care Guide Cleveland Sage is a native California shrub with one of the most intensely fragrant foliages of any plant — a rich, complex sage scent that perfumes the garden. Blue-purple flower whorls appear in late spring. ## Planting Plant in fall in full sun with excellent drainage. Avoid clay soils or summer irrigation. Space 4–5 feet apart. ## Watering Water deeply every 2–3 weeks for the first summer. Once established, do not water in summer. ## Pruning Prune by one-third after flowering to maintain a compact shape. Avoid cutting into old wood. ## Fragrance Brush the foliage to release the intense fragrance. Plant near walkways or seating areas.

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