'Victoria' Mealycup Sage (Salvia farinacea 'Victoria'): Compact Navy-Blue Bloomer

'Victoria' Mealycup Sage: Compact Form with Deep Navy Spikes

Salvia farinacea 'Victoria' is a compact selection forming a bush under 1.5 feet tall by 1 foot wide, with indigo stems and glossy green leaves. It bears deep navy-blue flowers on medium spikes from early summer to frost. The distinctive two-lipped flowers (upper hood over whiskery stamens, wide toothed lower lip) are magnets for butterflies and hummingbirds.

Compact & Floriferous

• Compact habit: under 1.5 feet tall
• Deep navy-blue flowers on indigo stems
• Glossy green foliage
• Blooms early summer to frost
• Excellent for containers and borders

Growing Requirements

• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Moist but well-drained
• Water: Medium moisture
• Maintenance: Low

Propagation & Problems

Sow seed or divide in spring. Same pest/disease profile as species: powdery mildew, rust, stem rot, leaf spots, whiteflies, aphids, mealybugs, spider mites.

Quick Reference

Height:	1–3 ft.
Spread:	6–12 in.
Bloom Time:	Summer
Flower Color:	Blue, purple (navy)
Native:	Yes
Uses:	Borders, containers, cut flowers, groundcover, indoor, annual bedding