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Take the FFL Pledge!Savia bahamensis Maidenbush
Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen
Agriculture
Abstract
This document provides an overview of Salvia bahamensis, commonly known as Maidenbush. It describes the plant as a large, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of 6 to 10 feet. The leaves are leathery and dark green, with small, inconspicuous flowers that bloom in the spring. Maidenbush is well-suited for use as a hedge or screen due to its dense foliage. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a variety of soil types, including sandy and rocky soils. The document also includes information on propagation and maintenance, noting that Maidenbush is relatively pest and disease-free, making it a low-maintenance option for landscapes. Original publication date October, 1999.
About this Publication
This document is FPS536, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Revised October 2023. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.
About the Authors
Edward F. Gilman, professor emeritus; Ryan W. Klein, assistant professor, arboriculture; and Gail Hansen, professor, sustainable landscape design; Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.
How to Cite
Gilman, E. (2007). Savia bahamensis Maidenbush. EDIS, 2007(18). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fp536-1999


