Silver sage
Salvia argentea
This is a superlative foliage plant with elephant ear leaves covered with long, silky white hairs. The white, helmet-shaped flowers are produced on candelabra-like stems in early summer. This is a dramatic accent plant for the water-smart garden or perennial border, originating in the eastern Mediterranean region. Perennial. Xeriscape.
Tips from the pros: Deadhead entire stalks of spent flowers to promote the silvery, fuzzy foliage and to prevent reseeding.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Height | 24-36 inches |
| Width | 18-24 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early summer |
| Flower Color | White |
| Sun | Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4a-10 |
| Soil Type | Clay, loam, sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 1997 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand trim back dead stems in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance and allow to go to seed. Thin out any undesireable seedlings. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
