Annuals

Salvia farinacea 'Cathedral Deep Blue'

Cathedral® Deep Blue mealycup sage

Cathedral® Deep Blue mealycup sage, flower detail. Photo courtesy of Green Fuse Botanicals, used under the NGB member image-library marketing grant

Deep blue flower spikes add a compact vertical accent to beds and containers. This selection is shorter than the familiar Victoria types and fits neatly among lower-growing annuals. Trim faded spikes to keep the plant tidy and encourage further flowering.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part sun
Mature size: 12–18 in. tall × 12–16 in. wide
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil
Bloom: Deep blue; summer

Sizes & prices

4.5"$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Usually less favored; not browse-proof.
Drought: Tolerant once established; containers still need watering.
Wet soil: Needs good drainage; avoid standing water.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Growing & care

Pruning: Trim after a heavy flowering flush to promote fresh, compact growth.

Sources & photo credits

Premier Growers

NC State Extension

Photo: Cathedral® Deep Blue, photo courtesy of Green Fuse Botanicals; resized for web. · Supplier promotional image grant via NGB Member Photo Libraries

Image notes: Cathedral® Deep Blue mealycup sage, flower detail. Photo courtesy of Green Fuse Botanicals, used under the NGB member image-library marketing grant; resized for web.

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.