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Salvia 'Mystic Spires Blue'

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Botanical Name: Salvia 'Mystic Spires Blue' SAL-vee-ah

Synonyms: S. 'Balsalmisp' Genus: Salvia

Throughout the summer, 'Mystic Spires Blue' produces long stalks of dark blue flowers, which continue to reward in abundance when deadheaded. Refresh tired plants in midsummer by cutting them back by half. This cultivar makes an excellent bedding or container plant.
Noteworthy characteristics: Long spires of dark blue blooms in summer. Attracts butterflies.
Care: Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Cut back plants by half in midsummer.
Problems: Nothing serious.

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Height	3 ft. to 6 ft.
Spread	1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light	Full Sun Only
Moisture	Medium Moisture
Maintenance	Low
Characteristics	Attracts Butterflies; Attracts Hummingbirds; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time	Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Flower Color	Blue Flower
Uses	Beds and Borders, Container
Seasonal Interest	Summer Interest
Type	Perennials

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