Botanical name: Salvia canariensis L.

Synonyms: Salvia canariensis var. candidissima, Salvia canariensis var. albifora, Salvia canariensis f. albiflora, Salvia lanata, Schraderia hastata, Sclarea tomentosa

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Canary Islands

Common name: Canary sage

Hardiness: -8°C

IUCN Red List: no

Salvia canariensis is a herbaceous perennial with a woody stump growing from 0.80 m to 2 m high. The flowers are crimson pink. Flowering takes place from late spring to autumn. It needs well-drained soil and a sunny spot.

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