Salvia patens
Gentian Sage
Family: Lamiaceae Mint
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 8A - 9B |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Blue |
| Bloom time | Mid Summer to Late Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Border, container, massing |
| Height | 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm |
| Spread | 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Deciduous, broadleaf |
| Bloom attributes | Suitable for cut flowers |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil type | Sandy, loamy |
| Form | Upright or erect |