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Blue Willow West Texas Grass Sage

Blue Willow West Texas Grass Sage

SALVIA reptans 'Blue Willow'

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The Blue Willow West Texas Grass Sage plants we currently have in stock are meant to be planted in the ground or a raised garden bed. They may be woody, going deciduous, or simply outgrowing their 4" pots. Got it View full details
Common Name(s)
West Texas Cobalt Sage, Narrow-leaved Sage
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Perennial Zones
7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
2'–4'
Max Spread
Over 24"
Garden Design Role
Architectural
Bloom Season
Summer, Fall
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Columnar, Clumping
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
Blue
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green
Themes
Cool Blue
Genus
Salvia
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

Blue Willow West Texas Grass Sage (SALVIA reptans 'Blue Willow') is a remarkable botanical crossover, combining the airy texture of a fine ornamental grass with the vivid color of a flowering sage. This unique variety features needle-thin, grass-like green foliage that forms a delicate, transparent mound. In late summer, slender stems rise above the fine foliage to reveal dozens of small but intense cobalt-blue flowers that appear to float in the air. Its unique "see-through" habit makes it an excellent choice for modern naturalistic plantings and rock gardens.Grown to professional standards, 'Blue Willow' features a deep and hardy Professional Grade root system developed for maximum drought tolerance and rapid garden establishment. Born from our organic heritage, it is a rugged selection specifically adapted for the hottest and most exposed spots in the garden. It maintains a tidy, upright-to-arching silhouette and pairs beautifully with broader-leaved perennials, providing a fine-textured counterpoint that remains resilient through varying weather conditions.Intense Cobalt Blue: Produces saturated blue flowers that provide high-impact color in the late summer season.Fine Grass-Like Texture: Needle-thin foliage adds movement and a contemporary, airy aesthetic to borders.Heat & Drought Specialist: Highly adapted to handle intense afternoon sun and minimal irrigation once established.Pollinator Magnet: Small but numerous blooms are a favorite nectar source for native bees and late-season butterflies.See-Through Habit: The airy structure allows you to plant it in front of other perennials without blocking their view.These 4" healthy live plants thrive in full sun and require very well-drained soil. Mature height: 24-36"; spread: 18-24". Bloom time: Late Summer through Autumn. USDA Zones 5-10.

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