Baja Blanca Sage

A low, rounded subshrub to 2 feet tall and slightly wider. The white stems bear gray-green, somewhat rounded leaves 1/2 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. The 1/2 inch white flowers (the species is typically light to medium blue) are held in 4-5 inch long inflorescences. This diminutive sage has a pleasing shape, copious flowers, and a long blooming season, especially in when grown as a container specimen.

Well-drained soil best, but accepts heavy soils with careful watering. Avoid excess summer watering to prevent root rot pathogens. As with the genus, 'Baja Blanca' is prone to aphid infestations on new growth, but is otherwise insect- and disease-free.

A Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Introduction. A selection by Michael Benedict from Cedros Island off the coast of Baja California, Mexico.