Salvia verticillata

Whorled Sage

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Hardy perennial herb featuring whorled leaves and vibrant purple flower spikes. Native to Mediterranean regions, ideal for pollinator gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name Whorled Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Species Verticillata
Origin Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Summer to autumn, purple-blue spikes attract pollinators
Leaf Color Green / Gray-green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite for drainage

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Watering

Moderate during active growth, drought tolerant once established. Avoid waterlogging.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for maximum flowering; tolerates partial shade in extreme heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season to support blooms

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Pruning

Cut back hard after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead stems in early spring

Pest Control Aphid Slug Spider Mite 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

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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