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Nodding clumps of blue flowers over basal leaves, June-September
Salvia nutans Nodding sage Z 5-8
$9.95/barerootNodding clumps of blue flowers over basal leaves, June-September
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Care: sun in north to shade in south, moist well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established
Native: No. Europe - Siberia
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Care: part shade in moist well-drained soil Native: rocky places in Europe
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