Salvia Black and Blue Live Plants | Pack of 2 (TWO) | 5-9" Tall | Anise Sage | Deep Cobalt Flowers on Black Stems

What You Will Receive: You will receive a Pack of 2 healthy, well-rooted Salvia ‘Black and Blue’ (Salvia guaranitica) starter plants, each currently 5-9 inches tall. Shipped bare-root to prevent transplant shock, these vigorous starts are ready to grow rapidly, often reaching maturity and blooming within their first season.

The Most Dramatic Blue in the Garden: Create a high-contrast focal point that demands attention. This variety is famous for its electric, cobalt-blue tubular flowers that emerge from striking midnight-black stems (calyxes). The deep saturation of color makes it stand out brilliantly against green foliage and lighter colored blooms.

The #1 Hummingbird Magnet: Turn your backyard into a pollinator sanctuary. The tubular shape of the flowers is biologically designed to accommodate hummingbirds. If you plant this 2-pack, you are essentially installing a natural bird feeder that will keep hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees visiting your garden from mid-summer until frost.

Versatile "Back of Border" Height: Add vertical elegance to your landscape. Growing quickly to a majestic 3-4 feet tall, ‘Black and Blue’ is perfect for the back of garden beds or as the central "Thriller" in large patio containers. Its upright, open habit allows it to sway gracefully in the wind without needing staking.

Tough, Fragrant & Deer Resistant: Enjoy a lush garden without the pests. The foliage releases a subtle, pleasant anise (licorice) scent when brushed against, which deer dislike and avoid. This plant is also heat-tolerant and thrives in humidity, making it a low-stress option for warm climates.

Care Instructions: Upon arrival, unwrap gently and soak roots in water for 20 minutes. Plant in fertile, well-draining soil in a location with Full Sun to Partial Shade. Water regularly to establish. In Zones 8-10, it returns every year; in cooler zones (3-7), it grows incredibly fast as a spectacular annual.

Safe Arrival Guarantee: We ship using eco-friendly, secure packaging designed to protect the roots and retain moisture. While some minor leaf wilt is normal due to shipping stress, we guarantee your plants arrive with healthy, viable root systems ready to hydrate and explode with growth.

Electric Blue Blooms & A Buzzing Garden

Few plants offer the drama and energy of the Salvia ‘Black and Blue’. Named for its stunning color combination, this Anise Sage features intense, cobalt-blue petals emerging from jet-black stems—a rare and sophisticated palette that designers love. With our 2-Pack of vigorous starter plants, you can bring this high-voltage color to your patio or garden border instantly.

Nature’s Ultimate Bird Feeder If you love hummingbirds, this is the single best plant you can own. While feeders require cleaning and refilling, ‘Black and Blue’ Salvia provides a continuous, natural source of high-energy nectar. The long, tubular flowers are perfectly shaped for hummingbird beaks. Plant these near a window or porch, and prepare to watch the aerial show all summer long.

Fast Growth for Instant Gratification Whether you are gardening in the North or the South, this Salvia delivers.

In Warm Climates (Zones 8-10): It is a hardy perennial that returns year after year, forming a large, shrub-like clump.

In Cool Climates (Zones 3-7): It acts as a "super-annual." Because it grows so fast, it will shoot up to 3-4 feet and bloom profusely in a single season, giving you immense value even if replanted yearly.

A Sensory Delight Beyond the visual appeal, this plant engages the senses. The lush green foliage carries a light anise scent—reminiscent of licorice—that wafts through the air on warm evenings. This scent is pleasant to humans but deters deer and rabbits, keeping your garden safe from grazing.

Ready to Plant We ship established 5-9 inch starter plants to give you a head start on the season. ‘Black and Blue’ is often hard to find in stock due to its popularity with wildlife lovers. Order your 2-pack today and paint your garden blue.

Main Color: Blue, Dark Blue, Cobalt
Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours), Partial sun (4-6 hours)
Blooming Period: Summer to Fall
Moisture Needs: Moderate watering (Regular watering)
USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 8-10 (Treat as Annual in Zones 3-7)
Mature Height: 3-4 feet
Ideal Soil Type: Loam soil, Sandy soil, Clay soil (Amended)