Cleveland Sage

Salvia clevelandii, Lamiaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pest ConfuserPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Fairy DusterCalliandra eriophylla

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

African BoxthornLycium ferocissimum

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Livingstone DaisyCleretum bellidiforme

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Wheel CactusOpuntia robusta

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Violet Prickly PearOpuntia gosseliniana

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Azores BlueberryVaccinium cylindraceum

Sage species produce terpenoids that inhibit growth of acid-loving plants like blueberries

Southern Mountain CranberryVaccinium erythrocarpum

Sage allelopathic compounds suppress blueberry family plants

Atlantic BlueberryVaccinium × atlanticum

Sage allelopathic effects suppress blueberry growth and fruit production

BerriganEremophila longifolia

Both produce allelopathic compounds that may inhibit each other's growth

Northern BlueberryVaccinium boreale

Sage terpenoids inhibit Vaccinium species establishment and growth

Uses

Functions

Pest DeterrentPollinator SupportCulinary HerbAromatic Landscaping

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

AntimicrobialDigestiveRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Cleveland Sage grow in?

Cleveland Sage grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Cleveland Sage?

Good companions for Cleveland Sage include Fairy Duster, African Boxthorn, Livingstone Daisy, Wheel Cactus, Violet Prickly Pear.

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