Jenks Farmer Sage; Salvia x ‘Newe Ya’ra’ 2 per order

Description

This exceptional silver sage is actually an evergreen shrub with masses of spring pale purple flowers. Unlike other silver sages, which die in summer, this thrives in humidity while maintaining its Mediterranean charm.

Spectacular Features

• Showstopping Flowers: Masses of lilac-blue, lightly fragrant blooms blanket the plant in mid-spring, creating a spectacular display that sets it apart from common culinary sage.
• Exceptional Silver Foliage: Enjoy larger, thinner silver leaves with distinctive long internodes and silver stems that bring dramatic texture to any landscape.
• Heat and Humidity Tolerant: A rare silver sage that maintains its beauty even in humid conditions, perfect for challenging climates.

Planting Success

• Sun Lover: Requires full sunlight exposure for optimal growth and flowering.
• Excellent Drainage: Thrives in hot, dry soil with good drainage – perfect for gravel gardens or near sidewalks.
• Room to Spread: Give this beauty space to spread to 3 feet wide.
• Maintenance: Benefits from light pruning in late spring after flowering to maintain its shape.
• Hardy into Washington DC

What You’ll Receive

Two well-rooted plants in plantable 4-inch pots, ready to establish in your garden.

Plant Lifespan

Expect this to live for 5 to 10 years..

Rich Heritage

Developed in Israel for commercial production, this remarkable sage traveled through the hands of renowned horticulturists – from Madaline Hill of Texas to Linda Askey of Alabama, before reaching Jenks who distributed it to regional nurseries. Nancy Hart of the influential Church Creek Nursery added Jenks’s name to help market it in Charleston, and the common name, Jenks’ sage has remained ever since while the legitimate botanical name is Salvia x ‘Newe Ya’ar.’