Salvia mellifera, Black sage Birds including methods of preparation and

including methods of preparation and how to avoid poisonous plants

A dense perennial

mounding Growth Rate Fast Sun Exposure Full

butterflies Container Plant Yes Erosion Control Yes Bank Stabilization No Fire Resistant No Deer resistant Yes Local plant No

Salvia mellifera, Black sage Birds including methods of preparation andSalvia mellifera, Black sage The most common sage in California. A mounding shrub that grows quickly up to six feet high and ten feet wide. Has attractive dark green leaves, with raised texture that looks somewhat like a fingerprint pattern when viewed closely. White, to pale blue, to lavender, or rarely to pale rose color flowers that bloom March through July. The plant flowers are an important food source for butterflies and hummingbirds. Companion