Wow I have been off here a few days and missed a lot! Lots of great pics and info here!! This is the Salvia that we got first of any, last year. We only had it in container then. This year we have 2 in container (one front porch and one back patio) and 2 in ground, both in back yard but 2 different areas- both in ground I have moved twice because of need for more sun). Each of my 4 gets varying amounts of shade. Pics are one in container on back patio and one in ground that gets the most sun of the 2 (but still some shade). Last year we didn't try to see if it would come back but have since read many people in my zone have had them overwinter so this year we are going to try. We love them and hummers love them. This is my husband's favorite so far and one near the top of my list (Amistad is #1 for me because it is a great plant overall but also purple is my favorite color and Amistad's blooms are such a beautiful purple)- the blue blooms of the Black and Blue are right up there too though. Most of you have more experience than me but a few things I have learned by experience with these: they do better with more sun but do need some shade, and they do need good drainage BUT they also need huge quantities of water, especially when very hot, and the ones in container need even more than the ones in ground. If it is hot the ones I container need watered 2 or more times a day or they wilt (but if caught right away and given a good drink they have bounced back). In ground unless it rains heavy they need good watering at least once a day, twice if very hot. For us it is a small price to pay for their beauty and hummingbird attraction. However we are not in severe drought area. And Agastaches needing less water gives some balance. Thanks everyone for input and pics.
@Marilyn this Salvia of the day is a great idea! I know there are not as many Agastaches but might be nice to have a weekly Agastache?
