Salvias are a favorite of gardeners thanks to their long bloom time and easygoing nature. These perennials are often seen in their classic blue-purple hues (a preferred color of pollinators!), but you ...

Salvias are sometimes called “super shrubs,” at least in this column, because they are easy to cultivate; diverse in form, size and blossom color; and well suited for gardens in summer-dry climates, ...

I have written about the genus Salvia over the years and mentioned it most recently in a column about seasonal pruning. I regard these plants as “super shrubs” because of the genus’ numerous species ...

The genus Salvia is varied in size and color, easy to grow, and trouble-free. It comes to mind because so many specimens exist in my garden, and because this season is the time to schedule cutting ...

Salvia offer swathes of beautiful, colorful blooms in summer, but should you be deadheading yours? The answer, in brief, is that it's not vital to their survival, but doing so will promote healthy ...

I have written about the genus Salvia over the years and mentioned it most recently in a column about seasonal pruning. I regard these plants as “super shrubs” because of the genus’ numerous species ...