Blue By You Woodland Sage

About this plant

Salvia 'Blue By You' is a spectacular new selection, praised for its incredibly long bloom time from late spring through fall. Its bushy, uniform habit produces a continuous show of dazzling violet-blue flower spikes, perfect for mass plantings, borders, or containers. Enjoy the lively spectacle as hummingbirds and butterflies flock to its nectar-rich blossoms. This tough and adaptable perennial thrives in various conditions and proves exceptionally resistant to deer and rabbits, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance landscapes. Plant 'Blue By You' in full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and a tidy, attractive form. Its vigorous nature and prolific blooming make it a true garden standout.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Easy to care for. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering. Cut back foliage in late fall or early spring for best performance. Tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, but prefers well-drained soil.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.