Salvia Snow Nymph

White Wood Sage

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A hardy perennial herb featuring spikes of pure white flowers, highly aromatic foliage, and excellent pollinator appeal in temperate gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name White Wood Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Species Nemorosa
Variety Snow Nymph
Origin Cultivar (Hybrid)
Blooming Late Spring to Early Summer, repeat blooms with deadheading
Leaf Color Grey-green foliage
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil; drought tolerant once established

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Watering

Water regularly during establishment, then allow soil to dry between waterings; avoid wet feet

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best flowering; tolerates some shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs; apply slow-release fertilizer in spring only if growth is poor

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Pruning

Shear back by half after first bloom to encourage second flush of flowers

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Slug Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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