Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
— Plant Nursery · Texas-Grown
$3.00
Salvia farinacea ‘Blue Victoria’ is a striking perennial salvia producing dense, upright spikes of deep violet-blue flowers above silvery-green foliage from spring through frost. One of the most reliable and heat-tolerant salvias for Central Texas, it thrives in Austin’s long, hot summers while providing continuous color and extraordinary support for hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees.
At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Salvia Blue Victoria transplants are grown for strong root development and reliable season-long blooming performance suited to Austin’s climate.
10 in stock
Low to moderate water needs once established
Drought-tolerant; deep, infrequent watering preferred
Avoid overwatering; good drainage is essential
Light application of balanced organic fertilizer in spring
Minimal feeding needed in typical Austin soils
Excess nitrogen promotes foliage at the expense of blooms
Deadhead spent spikes regularly to encourage continuous rebloom
Cut back by one-third after each bloom flush
Prune hard in late winter to 6–8 inches before new growth emerges
Powdery mildew in humid, shaded conditions
Root rot in poorly draining soils
Spider mites during extended drought
Excellent performer in Austin; heat- and drought-tolerant once established
Fall planting strongly recommended for best root development before summer heat
Deep violet-blue spikes pair beautifully with yellow Gaillardia, white Salvia, and orange Zinnias
Deadhead regularly for continuous blooms from spring through frost
First bloom flush begins; excellent transplanting window
Rapid establishment in warming soils
Continues blooming in Central Texas heat with regular deadheading
Reduce watering once established
Second major bloom period; often the most spectacular display
Excellent planting window for establishment
May die back in hard freezes; regrows reliably from roots in spring
Spring after last frost, or fall
Ideal soil temperatures: 60–75 F
Full sun to partial shade
Best blooming in full sun
18–24 inches apart
Allows good airflow and mature clump development
Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
Tolerates lean, rocky soils
pH 6.0–7.0
Water deeply immediately after transplanting
Keep evenly moist until established
Reduce once roots are set
Salvia farinacea is generally considered non-toxic to:
Note: Salvia divinorum (a different species) contains psychoactive compounds and is toxic.
Ornamental salvias like Blue Victoria are non-toxic in normal quantities.
Consult a veterinarian if significant ingestion occurs.
