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Mealy-Cup Sage Plant Sets

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$11.40 per plant

Ideal for: Perennial borders, wildflower meadows, and rock gardens

    Thrives in:
  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade
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    Orders will typically ship within 10-14 days of being placed, weather permitting.
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Mealy-Cup Sage Plant Sets

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$38.00
$34.20
$34.20
$11.40 per plant

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  • Re-Blooms Every Year
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Shipping Timeframes

Spring 2026 Shipping Status: 85% Complete

We have successfully shipped 85% of all spring pre-orders as of late May! We are now working through our final remaining orders.

Here is what you need to know about the final push:

  • Readiness Rules: Orders ship based on plant maturity (fully rooted, 3–6 inches of new growth). If one or more plants in your order aren't ready, it may cause a slight delay.

  • Our Solution: To speed things up, we are actively sourcing missing species from alternative locations or offering plant substitutions when necessary.

  • The Timeline: We process the oldest orders first. If you placed your pre-order later in the season (March or April), you are in the final queue. All remaining orders are estimated to ship within the next 2-3 weeks.

If you are placing an order in May or June and the shipping status for the product is "Open," expect your order to ship within our standard 10-14 day window. 

Try the new chatbot at the bottom right of your screen to request an estimated shipping timeframe.

What is my USDA Hardiness Zone?

Sometimes called “growing zones,” hardiness zones refer to a map developed by the USDA that separates the United States into regions based on the average low winter temperatures. The USDA Hardiness Zone Map is the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location. The map is based on the average annual minimum winter temperature, divided into 10-degree F zones and further divided into 5-degree F half-zones. Click here to look up your hardiness zone by zip code.

When will my plants ship?

Find your shipping region to see when the approximate shipping timeframe will be. All orders are filled in the order they are received, with the oldest pre-orders shipping first.

Frequently Asked Questions
  • Product Description

    • Bring the award-winning beauty of the Texas prairies to your landscape with Mealy-Cup Sage (Salvia farinacea), a stunning native perennial honored as the 2023 Wildflower of the Year by the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Known for its elegant spikes of violet-blue flowers, this plant adds an attractive mass of color to any garden bed, border, or naturalized area. Its name is derived from the "mealy" or powdery white felted hairs—known as farina—that cover the flower calyx and upper stems, creating a beautiful contrast against its gray-green, lance-shaped leaves.

    This 2-to-3-foot upright perennial is a resilient powerhouse, thriving in the sunny, dry conditions of the plains and prairies. With its aromatic foliage and long bloom season, Mealy-Cup Sage is a low-maintenance favorite for gardeners who want to maximize visual impact while supporting local biodiversity.

    Key Benefits:

    • Pollinator Magnet: Provides a vital nectar source that is highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
    • Special Value to Native Bees: Recognized for its significant contribution to supporting native bee populations.
    • High Deer Resistance: The aromatic foliage is naturally unappealing to deer, making it a reliable choice for areas with high grazing pressure.
    • Drought & Soil Tolerant: Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant and can thrive in poor, rocky, or even heavy clay soils.
    • Showy Seasonal Interest: Offers fragrant flowers and foliage that bloom off and on from May until the first frost.
    • Pollinator-Safe: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.

    Available in sets of three, six, or 12 plants to help you create the massed color groupings this species is known for.

    Why Choose Mealy-Cup Sage?

    Mealy-Cup Sage is the perfect choice for creating a water-wise garden. It is exceptionally versatile, growing as a mounded perennial in warmer climates (Zones 8-10) and serving as a hard-working annual in cooler regions. Its unique grayish-green foliage provides a sophisticated texture that contrasts beautifully with lush green plants. Because it thrives in limestone and calcareous substrates, it is a "problem-solver" for alkaline soils where other plants might struggle.

    Planting Tips:

    1. Location: Plant in full sun for the best bloom production, though it can tolerate part shade. Prefers well-drained, dry to medium soils; avoid overly wet soil, which can make the plant leggy and weak.
    2. Watering: Low water requirements; once established, it requires minimal supplemental watering.
    3. Maintenance: When new basal foliage appears, cut back old flower stems to keep the plant lush and encourage repeat blooming throughout the summer.

    For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center. 

  • Shipping

    • Shipping Range:

    • NM
    • TX

    Zip Code Verification: Our plants are grown regionally to thrive where you live and help local wildlife. Confirm availability for your area using the zip code checker near the add to cart button above.

    Returns: Due to the nature of our products, we are unable to offer order cancellations, returns or exchanges. In order to guarantee your satisfaction, all plants are covered by our Plant Guarantee.

    *To ensure your plants arrive healthy, we may delay shipments to certain areas during times of extreme temperatures, natural disasters, or other conditions that will impact the plants during transit

  • Additional Details

    • Sizing: Our plants ship in 3-inch pots, have a developed root mass, and emerging foliage around 3-6 inches high.

    Recommended container sizes (in width) for container planting:

    • 18 In
    • 24 In
    • 36 In
    • 48 In

Meet Your Plants

Mealy-Cup Sage

Salvia farinacea

  • Grows to: 1.5-3 Ft
  • Spread: 1-2 Ft
  • Blooms: April-October
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Soil Moisture: Moist, Well-Drained
  • Soil Description: Acidic, Clay, Loam, Sand, Limestone
  • Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Native Bees

Support your local wildlife.

Help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.

Have a global impact.

Help create habitats for declining wildlife, reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.

Bring nature home.

There’s no easier place to get a daily dose of nature and the physical, mental and spiritual benefits.

Support our mission.

All orders benefit our non-profit to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.

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Our Mission

Make it easy to make an impact.

We think planting for wildlife should be a no-brainer. So we’ve made it simple for you to connect what you plant to the positive impact on wildlife and the planet. Because seeing the change makes all the difference.

Meet the Growers

Our Growers Are Our Partners

When you buy a Garden for Wildlife™ Native Plant Collection, you're not just helping wildlife and the planet; you're also supporting the hard-working small businesses in your region who we've partnered with to grow our native plants.

We select independent, regional growers who meet specific standards, including:

  • Sustainable, chemical-free growing practices.
  • Experience growing native, local ecotype plant species.
  • The ability to grow and sort mass plugs/starter plants.
  • The capacity to safely pack and ship plants to their new homes.