This popular salvia has unique spikes of dark blue blossoms and black calyces, which make for a striking appeal in gardens and landscapes. Black and Blue is a perennial that can be evergreen in warmer climates. It has rich green aromatic foliage that makes a splendid canvas for its blooms, which appear summer through fall. Hummingbirds and butterflies love them. 

This plant likes full sun but can handle light shade and up to 5' tall x 5' wide, depending on growing conditions. It is deer resistant, and both heat and drought tolerant once established. Be sure to plant in well-draining soil. Cold hardy to 0°F when protected from windchill.