Salvia Salvias have been growing rapidly in popularity in recent years. Salvias include some of our best summer-blooming annuals and perennials.
Most salvias grow fairly rapidly.
The less hardy types that are usually grown as annuals may reach 5 to 6 feet by the end of the season. There are also many salvias that will stay low enough to be used at the front edge of your flowerbeds. They can be used for massing, borders, containers, accents and cut flowers. In addition to the colorful flowers and interesting foliage of salvias, one of the main benefits of growing sages are the hummingbirds and butterflies they attract. USE Most salvias prefer full sun and well-drained soils, but there are also many that will bloom well in part shade.