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Description
Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen, commonly known as Mealy Cup Sage, is a flowering plant that belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen perennial that produces a profusion of violet-blue flowers from spring to fall. This plant is native to the southwestern region of the United States and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant due to its stunning flowers and low maintenance requirements.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukaryota||————–|—————|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Tracheophyta|| Class| Magnoliopsida || Order| Lamiales|| Family| Lamiaceae|| Genus| Salvia|| Species| Farinacea|| Cultivar| Fairy Queen|
Appearance
Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen has a compact and bushy growth habit, which can reach up to 18 inches in height and 12 inches in width. The leaves are dark green, lance-shaped, and covered with a fine layer of hairs that give them a silvery appearance. The flowers are produced on long spikes and are typically violet-blue in color, although they can also be pink, white, or lavender. The flowers have a tubular shape and are surrounded by a calyx with five lobes.
Care Guide
Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow in most conditions. Here are some care tips for this plant:- Water: This plant prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry.- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: This plant prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can occasionally be affected by spider mites, aphids, and powdery mildew. Regular monitoring and treatment with insecticidal soap or neem oil can help prevent and control these issues.
Habitat
Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen is native to the southwestern region of the United States, where it grows in dry and rocky areas, along roadsides, and in open fields. It is adapted to hot and dry conditions and can tolerate drought and heat stress.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen a good plant for beginners?
A: Yes, Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow and care for, making it a great choice for beginners.
Q: How often should I water Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen?
A: Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry, about once a week during the growing season.
Q: What is the best soil for Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen?
A: This plant prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter, such as a sandy loam soil.
Q: Can Salvia Farinacea Fairy Queen be grown in containers?
A: Yes, this plant can be grown in containers as long as the container has good drainage and the plant is watered regularly.
Related Plants
– Salvia Farinacea Victoria Blue- Salvia Farinacea Evolution Violet- Salvia Farinacea Blue Bedder
References
– “Salvia Farinacea.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=k610.- “Salvia Farinacea – Plant Finder.” Dave’s Garden, www.davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/524/.- “Salvia Farinacea.” Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, 24 July 2018, agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/library/landscaping/salvia-farinacea/.
