Salvia 'Otahal' (Salvia 'Otahal')

Overview

Salvia 'Otahal' is a hybrid ornamental sage of uncertain parentage. It forms a bushy, upright plant with aromatic green leaves and spikes of bicolored flowers: the upper lip is purple, the lower lip white with purple markings. Blooms from early summer to frost.

Taxonomy

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Cultivar: 'Otahal'

Culture

Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil, moderate water. Grows 2–3 feet tall. Tender perennial (zones 8–10); often grown as annual. Excellent for borders, containers, and hummingbird gardens.