Great Design Plant: Blue Sage

I don't know where you guys are located, and I know this salvia has a large native range, but you should always try to plant native to your area. If you see a flower you like, do research it first. I know we're gardeners, and a definition of such means we tend to want a plant to stay where it is and behave, but most plants aren't like that--they are wild. I garden for prairie here in Nebraska, which means I accept and embrace letting plants do what they want. I'm still a gardener with a vision, but I want nature to do its thing, too--which is why I choose native plants that support native insects, birds, and other widlife, creatures which are my principle concern when gardening with what's left of native ecosystems. Didn't mean to preach, but that's how I see gardening. Take what you will.

If you want to save money, this plant grows really well from seed! I bought some seed from Prairie Moon Nursery and within a week of planting them little seedlings started popping up! My first success story growing native flowers from seed. :)

I am planting some in my native garden. It should contrast nicely with solidago sp. It attracts and provides important fall nectar for many butterflies, including Monarchs getting ready for migration.