Salvia officinalis Silver Scent
General Information
Culinary and decorative variety has large silver-green leaves and a nice fragrance. A profusion of delightful blue flowers appear in the spring.
Grower Information
This ornamental sage doubles as a fragrant herb. Attractive flowers bloom in early Spring (short days) for added ornamental value. Ideal for both combos and the landscape.
'Balsalslent'
Protection Information: PP35,859
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder: Darwin Perennials
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Growing Information
Propagation
Media EC/pH: EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 1,000 ppm IBA
Mist: Low
Fertilization: 50-75 ppm N only after rooted
Pinching: A soft pinch will increase branching.
Transplanting: 35-42 days after sticking
Comments: Discontinue mist as quickly as possible and only mist to avoid leaf wilt. Begin feeding 7 days after sticking with 50-75 ppm N.
Finishing
Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 45 to 55°F (7 to 13°C) Days: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C)
Light Level (fc): 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: Beneficial; aids in bulking. Not required for flowering.
Daylength: Short day obligate
Watering: Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 200 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant: Yes
Plant Growth Regulators: PGRs generally not needed
Crop Scheduling
1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Unrooted: 13-15 wks Rooted: 8-10 wks
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Unrooted: 15-17 wks Rooted: 10-12 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: Unrooted: 17-19 wks Rooted: 12-14 wks
Bloom Months: April to May
Garden Details
Scientific name: Salvia officinalis
Common Name: Sage
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9b
Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)
Blooming Season: Spring
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Culinary Use, Deer Resistant
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Once a month
Spacing: 33 - 36 in. (84 - 91 cm)
Height: 21 - 24 in. (53 - 61 cm)
Width: 31 - 34 in. (79 - 86 cm)
Exposure: Sun
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Salvia officinalis Silver Scent