About Salvia microphylla ‘Mesa Azure’ (Salvia Mesa Azure)
This Texas native perennial is called Salvia microphylla ‘Mesa Azure’. Commonly known as Salvia Mesa Azure, this variety is compact in size reaching an average mature landscape size of 1.5-2′ wide by 1.5-2′ tall. A bed of bright green foliage is accompanied by purple tubular flowers with dark purple veining from spring through fall offering a longer than usual blooming period. As a pollinator favorite, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are frequent visitors.
Care And Planting Instructions
Plant Salvia Mesa Azure in an area that receives full to partial sun exposure using well draining soil. Water regularly after planting to help it establish well to its new location, then reduce frequency to occasionally except during periods of extreme heat. Once established, this variety can tolerate mild drought like conditions and is generally not bothered by deer due to their fragrance and strong taste. If flowering begins to wane, use a general fertilizer or lightly prune to re-stimulate growth.
Landscape Design Ideas
Salvia microphylla ‘Mesa Azure’ is a thoughtful choice for low maintenance landscape designs while its drought tolerance is a desirable trait for hot California summers. Plant among other colorful perennials or grasses of varying heights such as Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ or Dianella Tasmanica ‘Tas Red’.
