Blue Sage
Also known as
Blue-Flowered Sage and Crinum 'stars and stripes'
Taxonomy
Salvia patens
Salvia
Lamiaceae
Lamiales

How to care for Blue Sage

How often to water your Blue Sage

every 9
Blue Sage needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Memphis, Tennessee.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Memphis, Tennessee
37% Low

Growing Blue Sage in Memphis right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 3rd, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Memphis is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiniā¦
Sunlight will increase by 35.2% āļø
February 7th, 2023
Memphis is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Memphis is expected to increase by 35.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.9 megajoules of energy per m2 pā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.0 hours š
February 4th, 2023
This month, Memphis is getting an average of 6.6 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 10.1% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of dayā¦
Finding light for Blue Sage in your home

a window
Blue Sage love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Memphis, Tennessee ā .
Blue Sage does not tolerate low-light š«.

How to fertilize Blue Sage

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Blue Sage after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Blue Sage prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Blue Sage requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Blue Sage doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Blue Sage does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Blue Sage should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Blue Sage is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Blue Sage
Blue Sage
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Memphis, Tennessee, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
