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  • Salvia recognita (Turkish cliff sage)
  • Salvia recognita (Turkish cliff sage) sale size at The Old Dairy Nursery
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Turkish cliff sage

Salvia recognita

Salvia recognita

Turkish Cliff Sage charms with tall, but delicate spikes of soft pink flowers and fuzzy grey-green leaves. Long blooming plants can often be short-lived so be sure to let this one reseed. As the common name implies, this plant is native to the lightly shaded cliff bases of Central Turkey. It requires well-drained soil and is an excellent option for the xeric garden.

Zones: 5 to 8
Family: Lamiaceae
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 30 to 42 in.
Spread: 12 to 36 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil: Dry, well-drained
Bloom Time: July to August
Native Range: Central Turkey

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  • Salvia recognita (Turkish cliff sage)
  • Salvia recognita (Turkish cliff sage) sale size at The Old Dairy Nursery

  • Special Characteristics:

    • Deer-resistant
    • Juglone tolerant
    • Pollinator favorite

  • Image Credits:

    Jelitto

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