Baby Sage

Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley'

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Overview

Salvia microphylla 'Berzerkeley', commonly known as Baby Sage, is a compact perennial, flourishing with vivid magenta blooms from May to frost. It boasts small, aromatic green foliage and reaches a mature size of approximately 18-24 inches in height and width. Hardy in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it's perfect for low-water landscapes and hummingbird gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 8–10Climate Temperate

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — commonly known as Baby Sage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — flourishing with vivid magenta blooms from May to frost

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — aromatic green foliage and reaches a mature size of approximately 18-24 inches in height and width

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Hardy in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — is an attractive perennial shrub that offers a unique combination of vibrant color and aromatic foliage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — commonly referred to as Baby Sage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Drought-tolerant once established, it's perfect for low-water landscapes and hummingbird gardens

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–2 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — commonly known as Baby Sage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — flourishing with vivid magenta blooms from May to frost

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — aromatic green foliage and reaches a mature size of approximately 18-24 inches in height and width

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Hardy in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — is an attractive perennial shrub that offers a unique combination of vibrant color and aromatic foliage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — commonly referred to as Baby Sage

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Drought-tolerant once established, it's perfect for low-water landscapes and hummingbird gardens

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — making it an excellent choice for borders

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — This cultivar is particularly noted for its profuse

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — The lightly textured foliage emits a delightful fragrance when disturbed

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — ovate leaves with a light green to gray-green hue

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — <br><br>These salvia plants are highly attractive to pollinators

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Its compact form also allows it to fit well in smaller garden spaces

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9, this plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — 'Berzerkeley' is drought tolerant

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — though regular watering during extended dry periods will maintain its vigor

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — providing long-lasting color in the garden

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — which extends from late spring through the fall

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — Deadheading spent flowers can prolong the blooming period

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — which adds an additional layer of life and movement to the landscape

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — <br><br>In a design context

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — commonly known as Baby Sage; hardy in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — shrub with pink blooms

Baby Sage (Salvia Microphylla 'Berzerkeley') — shrub for full or half

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