Creeping Sage (Salvia misella) is a charming short-lived perennial, staying under a foot tall while spreading 3 to 5 feet wide. Perfect as a groundcover, this adaptable plant tolerates full sun to shade and thrives in moist (but not flooded) to somewhat dry, sandy soils. Its delicate blue, fragrant flowers not only add a subtle touch of beauty but also attract a variety of pollinators.
Additionally, Creeping Sage serves as a larval host for the Fulvous Hairstreak, making it an excellent choice for supporting native wildlife in your garden.
- Short-lived perennial
- Flower color: Blue/purple
- Winter dormant
- Exposure: Full sun to full shade
- Moisture level: Moist to dry
- Not salt tolerant
- Propagation: Dividing root ball, and seed
- Soil type: Sandy
- Larval host plant for Fulvous Hairstreak butterfly
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