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Salvia uliginosa: Bog Sage with Sky-Blue Flowers

Salvia uliginosa, known as Bog Sage, is a tall, spreading perennial native to South America. It produces clear, sky-blue flowers on long, airy spikes from summer to fall. The foliage is green and slightly sticky. It thrives in moist conditions, unlike most salvias.

Plant Details

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Salvia
Species: uliginosa

Plant in full sun to partial shade with consistently moist soil. 'Bog Sage' is perfect for rain gardens, pond edges, and damp areas. It spreads by rhizomes.

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