Mexican Sage 'Port de Zorro' (Salvia mexicana 'Port de Zorro')

Overview

Salvia mexicana 'Port de Zorro' is a striking cultivar of Mexican Sage with dramatic, near-black calyces and vivid blue flowers. The tall, architectural stems rise from a clump of large, deep green, triangular leaves. Blooms in late summer to fall, providing vertical accent and late-season color.

Taxonomy

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Species: mexicana
• Cultivar: 'Port de Zorro'

Culture

Full sun to part shade, rich, moist soil. Grows 4–6 feet tall. Tender (zones 9–11); often grown as annual or overwintered. Excellent for back of border, tropical plantings, and hummingbird gardens. Protect from wind.