Pitcher Sage

Pitcher Sage is a perennial grassland species is found distributed across much of the central parts of the United States. This member of the mint family has deep roots which allow it to be drought tolerant and extremely long lived.

Prefers full sun
Produces bright blue flowers from July to October
Flowers are an excellent source of food for pollinators
Mature heights of 1-4 feet
Grows well with taller native grasses which add support for the tall spindly stem
Fall seeding provides natural seed stratification and give way to increased germination in the spring
Spring plantings are also successful with cold stratified seed
Deer resistant specie