High Country Gardens
Blue Spike Salvia
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, wildlife-friendly blooms.
Discover the vibrant Blue Spike Salvia, a highly acclaimed perennial known for its stunning, long-lasting display of rich, sky-blue flowers. This exceptionally resilient plant boasts a bushy habit and spreads easily, thriving in various soil conditions, from wet to dry. Native to South America and recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society, it's a garden performer that resists deer and rabbits. Its blooms are a magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a beautiful and beneficial addition to any landscape.
$12.59
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
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Category Rank
864
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Ships As
Potted Plant
/ Potted Plant
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting, vibrant floral displays
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, deer-resistant landscaping
- Conservationists aiming to attract local pollinators and wildlife
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring a hands-off, maintenance-free plant
- Minimalists wanting to avoid frequent weeding or thinning
- Impatient planters looking for immediate, full-sized results
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A high-impact magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies all season long.
Environmental Resilience
Thrives across diverse soil types and handles varying moisture levels with ease.
Bloom Duration
Provides a consistent, long-lasting display of color from spring through fall.
Pest Resistance
Reliably keeps deer and rabbits at bay without requiring extra protection.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that establishes quickly with minimal ongoing care required.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts perfectly to both mass plantings and standalone specimen garden displays.
Key Specs
Ships As
Potted Plant
Mature Height
48 inches
Mature Spread
36-40 inches
Soil Moisture Tolerance
Average, Moist/Wet, Waterwise
Soil Types Supported
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Clay Soil
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Non-GMO
No
Growth Habit
Shrub
Features
- Blooms for months with true blue flowers
- Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
- Resistant to deer and rabbits
- Tolerates diverse soil conditions
- Easy to grow and resilient
- Low-maintenance garden addition
- Suitable for mass planting or specimen use
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Blue Spike Salvia for its exceptional reliability and vigorous growth, even in tough garden conditions. Gardeners note the plant establishes quickly and returns year after year, offering a stunning, deep blue color that lasts all season. The quality of the plant stock received is frequently mentioned as superior, leading to high satisfaction regarding its hardiness and overall performance. It is a dependable choice for adding reliable color and attracting pollinators.
Know before you buy
Since Blue Spike Salvia reaches a mature spread of 36 to 40 inches, you should space them at least 3 feet apart to allow for proper airflow and healthy growth.
Yes, this variety is highly adaptable and thrives in various soil types, including clay, sandy, and average loamy soils.
It has moderate water requirements and is quite resilient, capable of tolerating a range of moisture levels from average to wet, as well as waterwise conditions.
Yes, this plant is recognized for its resistance to deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are a common nuisance.
You will enjoy blooms for several months, as this perennial flowers consistently throughout the spring, summer, and fall.
Blue Spike Salvia is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, meaning it can withstand winter temperatures down to approximately -10°F.
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