About

An unidentified Salvia microphylla cultivar forming a compact, aromatic, evergreen subshrub with small, ovate, bright green leaves and abundant, small, tubular, two-lipped flowers from midsummer to late autumn. A useful and free-flowering shrub for a sunny, well-drained border.

About the genus

Saussurea is a genus of herbaceous perennials or biennials in the daisy family, with thistle-like or button-shaped flower-heads. Species are found in a range of habitats from alpine meadows to lowland grasslands

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.