Annuals

Salvia farinacea 'Victoria'

Victoria Blue mealycup sage

Source photograph

Blue-violet flower spikes stand above neat green foliage through the warm season. This salvia brings vertical accents to beds and containers without taking much width. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds visit its long succession of blooms.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 1 ft. 6 in.–3 ft. (varies by selection) tall × 1 ft.–2 ft. (varies by selection) wide
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil
Bloom: Spring, summer, fall

Sizes & prices

8"$8.99

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

NC State Extension

Photo: Photo by David J. Stang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Source photograph; resized without cropping.

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