Blue Bedder Sage (Salvia farinacea) Flower Seeds

Blue Bedder Sage (Salvia farinacea) is a hardy perennial known for its vivid blue flower spikes and long blooming season. Ideal for garden borders, containers, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, this plant attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds while adding vibrant color to your garden.

Fast-growing and low-maintenance, Blue Bedder Sage thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Its upright habit and dense foliage make it excellent for mass plantings, flower beds, and mixed borders.

Features

• Premium Non-GMO Salvia farinacea seeds
• Produces vibrant blue flower spikes for extended bloom
• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial
• Ideal for borders, containers, and mass plantings
• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil
• Excellent for cut flowers and ornamental landscaping

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Salvia farinacea
• Common Name (US): Blue Bedder Sage
• Plant Type: Perennial herbaceous
• Flower Color: Vivid blue
• Foliage: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves
• Height: 18–36 inches (45–90 cm)
• Spread: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early fall
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Temperature Range: 60–85°F (16–29°C)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10
• Days to Germination: 10–21 days
• Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds into soil; do not cover deeply
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Moderate
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Easy
• Uses: Borders, containers, mass plantings, pollinator gardens, cut flowers

Planting Guide

• When to Sow: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after frost passes.
• Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds on soil surface; do not cover deeply.
• Germination: Maintain 65–75°F (18–24°C); expect 10–21 days to sprout.
• Light: Full sun for vibrant blooms and compact growth.
• Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during germination; reduce after establishment.
• Transplanting: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart outdoors once frost risk has passed.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; divide clumps every few years if overcrowded.