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Salvia MEADOW SAGE Perennial Blue Purple Attracts Bees Hummingbirds USA Non-GMO 200 Seeds PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Sage Seeds - Meadow Sage Salvia pratensis Strikingly beautiful plant survives drought, neglect, rabbits, and deer Member of the mint family Keeps color as a dried flower Enjoys full sun and average soil moisture SEED TYPE: Open Pollinated Seed ALSO KNOWN AS: Mealycup Sage, Mealy Sage Salvia pratensis, commonly referred to as Meadow Sage, is a hardy perennial species that can withstand drought and frost. This plant boasts vibrant purple-blue flower spikes, making it an excellent choice for borders or potted displays. These spikes also attract a variety of beneficial pollinators, including bees, birds, and butterflies, which can enhance your garden's biodiversity. Additionally, you can trim and incorporate these blooms into dried flower arrangements for a touch of everlasting beauty. Features LIFE CYCLE: Perennial PLANTING SEASON: Spring COLOR: Blue, Purple GROWTH HABIT: Clumping, Upright PLANT HEIGHT: 28 inches BLOOM SEASON: Summer through Fall PLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fragrant USE: Border, Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Fragrant Garden, Landscaping GROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, Outdoor PLANT RESISTANCE: Deer, Rabbit PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: MEADOW SAGE Planting Sage Seeds - Meadow Sage PLANTING SEASON: Spring SEED PREP: Requires Light SOWING METHOD: Direct Sow, Start Indoors LIGHT REQUIREMENT: Full Sun PLANTING DEPTH: 1/16 inch PLANT SPACING: 18 inches PLANT HEIGHT: 28 inches WATER NEEDS: Low HARDINESS ZONES: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 WHEN TO PLANT SAGE SEEDS Direct sow Salvia Sage seeds after the threat of frost has passed in Spring. Ideal soil temperatures range from 65-85°F for the best germination success. For earlier blooms, start Sage seeds indoors approximately 10 weeks before the final frost date. WHERE TO PLANT SAGE SEEDS Salvia Sage thrives with Full Sun exposure, though it can tolerate light shade. Humus-rich, well-drained soil is the best choice for Sage plants. HOW TO PLANT SAGE SEEDS Loosen the soil of your planting space to give the easiest conditions for your Sage to establish. Sow seeds onto the surface of the soil about 12-18 inches apart, and lightly rake in, but do not cover the seeds. Salvia Sage will want exposure to sunlight in order to germinate. Germination will take place in 10-15 days. HOW TO CARE FOR SAGE Once seedlings come up, thin out Salvia Sage to 1 plant every 24-36 inches apart in spacing. Once established, Sage is low maintenance. Ensure soil remains moist, and manually water if conditions become dry. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Salvia Sage may begin to look worn out by mid-summer. Cutting them down by 1/3 will help to reinvigorate the plant. Salvia Sage will self-sow if flowers are allowed to develop seed pods. SEED STORING Store your seeds in a cool, dry and dark location. Most seeds have a long shelf life at least two years, but heat and moisture will cut that life short. Dedicate a drawer or cabinet to storing your seeds where you can also house your gardening journal close at hand for dreaming, planning and preparing. WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg) ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICE We will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment! 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If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need to do an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! 30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.