Marine Blue Germander SagePotted Marine Blue Germander Sage with purple flowers in black pots on a gravel surface

Marine Blue Germander Sage

1 Gallon
$16.90
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Marine Blue Germander SagePotted Marine Blue Germander Sage with purple flowers in black pots on a gravel surface
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Marine Blue Germander Sage

Salvia chamaedryoides 'Marine Blue'

A drought-defying perennial that carpets the ground in vivid, true blue flowers for months.

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Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

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Salvia chamaedryoides ‘Marine Blue’ is a compact, evergreen perennial sage prized for its intensely blue flowers and soft, silvery-gray leaves. Native to high-altitude regions of Mexico, this variety thrives in warm, sunny climates and performs exceptionally well in California landscapes.

Blooming from spring through fall, ‘Marine Blue’ provides long-lasting color while requiring minimal water once established. Its low, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for borders, slopes, rock gardens, and Mediterranean-style designs.


Why You’ll Love This Plant

  • Deep marine-blue flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

  • Silvery, velvety foliage adds year-round texture even when not in bloom

  • Extremely drought-tolerant once established

  • Compact growth habit—ideal for small gardens and containers

  • Performs beautifully in full sun and poor or rocky soils

  • Low maintenance and deer-resistant

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Oval, pointed leaves with serrated margins, silvery-gray in color and highly aromatic.Flowers: Small, two-lipped, deep violet-blue flowers densely packed on upright spikes; blooms profusely over a long period.Habit: Perennial subshrub with a rounded, mounding habit. Spreads slowly by underground runners. Drought tolerant, heat resistant, deer resistant, and low maintenance.
  • Mature Height: 1–2 ft
    Mature Width: 2–3 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Profuse, long-lasting display of deep blue flowers.Attractive aromatic silvery foliage.Extremely drought and heat tolerant once established.Deer resistant and low maintenance
  • Landscape Uses:Borders and low hedges.Rock gardens and xeriscapes.Container and patio gardens.Herb and sensory gardens.Erosion control on sunny slopes
FAQs

Q: How do I keep it flowering and looking tidy?
A: It benefits from a light shearing or trim after its main spring bloom flush and again in midsummer if it becomes leggy. This encourages fresh, compact growth and promotes continuous flowering. Avoid heavy fall pruning.

Q: Is it cold hardy?
A: It is best suited for USDA zones 7-10. In zone 7, it may die back in a hard winter but often re-sprouts from the roots in spring. In colder zones, it can be grown as an annual or in a container to be overwintered indoors. Good drainage is key to winter survival.

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Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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