See where to cut back old stalks on perennial mealy blue sage. See where to cut back old stalks on perennial mealy blue sage (Salvia farinacea) as new growth emerges in late winter. The same ...

However, it does bloom throughout the year. Also known as Perennial Blue Mealy Cup Sage, this salvia is a tough, drought-resistant plant for frost-free locations for USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 11.

- April 13, 2025 By Debbie Roland and Emmy Ulmschneider Master Gardeners If you are looking for a low-maintenance, drought tolerant plant that thrives in West Texas, Mealy Blue Sage is a great choice.

My uncle, who is an avid gardener, noticed mealybugs on some of my houseplants and I’d like some advice on how to get rid of ...