Mystic Spires

Scientific Name:
Salvia 'Mystic Spires Blue'

Common Names:
Mystic Spires Salvia, Mystic Spires 

Lighting Requirements:
Full sun to partial shade

Height:
2-3 feet 

Width:
2-3 feet

Seasonal Interest:
Blooms from late spring to frost with continuous deep blue flowers

Winter Look:
Dies back to the ground 

Drought Tolerance:
High once established

Deer Resistance:
High

Attracts:
Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

Hardiness Zones:
Zones 7-10

Soil Requirements:
Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types

pH Range:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Native To:
Hybrid origin (derived from Salvia longispicata and Salvia farinacea)

Potential Disease Issues:
Generally pest and disease-resistant; occasionally susceptible to root rot in poorly drained conditions

Notes:
It has a very similar look to Indigo Spires, but is more compact and easier to manage. Prune regularly to promote flowering.