description Salvia Overview
Salvia is a large genus in the mint family, Lamiaceae, containing annuals, perennials, subshrubs, and shrubs from many parts of the world. Its species usually have aromatic foliage and two-lipped flowers arranged in spikes or branched clusters, with colors including blue, purple, red, pink, and white. The genus includes Salvia officinalis, the culinary herb common sage, as well as ornamental plants grown for pollinators and dry garden sites.
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What is salvia?
Salvia is a large genus in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It includes annuals, perennials, subshrubs, and shrubs from many parts of the world.
What do salvia flowers look like?
Salvia species usually have two-lipped flowers arranged in spikes or branched clusters. Flower colors include blue, purple, red, pink, and white, depending on the species.
Is garden sage a salvia?
Yes. Garden sage is Salvia officinalis, one of the best-known culinary species in the genus. Other salvias are grown mainly for ornamental flowers.
Do salvias have scented leaves?
Many salvia species have aromatic foliage because they contain fragrant oils. The scent and strength vary widely among species and cultivated varieties.
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