Rare & Unusual Plants
Truly rare and unusual plant selections that are sure to be a conversation piece. This category includes Almost Eden exclusive introductions.
Giant Blue African Salvia, Giant Salvia
Brillantaisia nitens, B. cicatricosa, B. subulugarica, B. grandidentata
An unusual plant rarely found for sale in the US, Giant Blue African Salvia produces spikes, up to 16" high, of blue to purple, up to 2" long, hooded, two-lipped, tubular, lightly fragrant flowers throughout the warmer months of the year with the heaviest flowering in spring and late summer and fall. A vigorous tender herbaceous plant with very large tropical foliage and square stems that can easily reach 6-9' high and may grow to 15' high becoming tree-like in its native habitat. Item# 10703.
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 9B,10,11,(9A?)
Grows To: 6-9'H x 4-6'W, up to 15'H where frost free
Outdoor Light: Full sun*, Part sun, Part shade, Light shade
4.5 inch Pot / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
Giant Blue African Salvia, Giant Salvia
Brillantaisia nitens, B. cicatricosa, B. subulugarica, B. grandidentata
Pot Size: 4.5 inch Pot / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
Item# 10703
US$14.99
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