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Growing Salvia farinacea (Mealycup Sage)
How to grow Salvia farinacea (mealy cup sage) from seed: light for germination, transplants or direct sowing, cutting stage and uses.
By Hensley’s Seed Co.
Salvia farinacea (Mealycup Sage) - Key Growing Information
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
Seedlings appear in 5–12 days at 75–78°F (24–26°C).
SOWING:
For transplants, sow 6–8 weeks before planting out. Press seed gently ¼" into the mix without covering it, since it needs light to sprout, and bottom water or mist so it stays uncovered. Harden off and plant out once frost danger has passed. To sow in place, plant 3–4 seeds per clump, ¼" deep.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Full sun to partial shade.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Grows about 18–24" tall.
PLANT SPACING:
Space plants 10–14" apart.
HARDINESS ZONES:
Hardy in Zones 8–10.
HARVEST:
Whether for fresh or dried use, cut once the lowest 3–4 flowers are open, then hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil.
USES:
A long-lasting fresh or dried cut flower, and excellent in beds, borders, containers and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Salvia farinacea.
ALTERNATE NAMES:
Blue salvia, mealy sage, mealy blue sage, mealycup sage.
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