Salvia mellifera x S. sonomensis hybrid introduced in the 1980’s by Nevin Smith of Wintergreen Nursery. Growing to 3’, it is taller and more mounding than creeping sage. Features aromatic, mid-green leaves and 8” flowering spikes with tiny violet flowers held in tight whorls. Tolerates some shade and little or no water when established. Useful as bank cover, in terracotta pots, or draping over walls. Hardy to 10F. Dara Emery selection from the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.
