Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' — perennial shrub

Overview

Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' is a perennial shrub in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family. Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers, xeriscaping and pollinator gardens. It is native to southwest Texas and northern Mexico.

About

Salvia greggii, the autumn sage, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to a long, narrow area from southwest Texas, through the Chihuahuan Desert and into the Mexican state of San Luis Potosi, typically growing in rocky soils at elevations from 5,000 to 9,000 ft. It was named and described in 1870 by botanist Asa Gray after Josiah Gregg (1806–1850), a merchant, explorer, naturalist, and author from the American Southwest and Northern Mexico, who found and collected the plant in Texas.

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About the genus

Salvia is the largest genus of plants in the sage family Lamiaceae, with just under 1,000 species of shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals. Within the Lamiaceae, Salvia is part of the tribe Mentheae within the subfamily Nepetoideae. One of several genera commonly referred to as sage, it includes two widely used herbs, Salvia officinalis and Salvia rosmarinus.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Salvia

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained, sandy, rocky
Soil pH: neutral, slightly acidic, slightly alkaline
Soil moisture: dry to medium
Exposure: exposed, sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial shrub
Suggested uses: borders, containers, xeriscaping, pollinator gardens
Native to: southwest Texas, northern Mexico
Fragrance: mildly aromatic leaves

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream'

Cultivation: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade; drought tolerant once established
Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness
Propagation: cuttings, seed

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream'?

Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade; drought tolerant once established.

Where is the best place to plant Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream'?

Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' need?

Salvia greggii 'Cool Cream' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including well-drained, sandy and rocky. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.