Salvia x jamensis (Hybrid Mexican sage)

Cultivation

Grow in light, humus-rich, moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Will need protection in areas with cold winters. Dislikes excessive winter wet. Drought tolerant once established.

Suggested uses

Coastal, Beds and borders, Mediterranean, Cottage/Informal, City, Low Maintenance

UK hardiness

H5

USDA zones

Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10

Sunset zone

8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Semi-evergreen

Habit

Upright, Bushy

Native to

Garden origin

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Fragrance

Foliage is aromatic

Toxicity

Not toxic