Salvia hispanica

There are many types of Salvia. They can be annual, biennial, or perennial herbs, and woody subshrubs. The leaves are sometimes toothed or pinnately divided. The flowering stems bear small bracts, and in some species the bracts are ornamental. Some Salvias have hairy leaves or stems or flowers, and these hairs sometimes give off an aroma when brushed as oil is secreted. The flowers of Salvia are usually tubular with two "lips" - the lower one larger than the upper one - and often fragrant. 'Chia' is an annual herb with spikes of purple or white flowers in clusters. Chia seeds, which are high in omega 3 fatty acids, are harvested from the Salvia hispanica plant. The seeds and oils are high in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and amino acids, and have a high nutritional value.

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  Full sun to partial shade

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  Occasional watering

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  Not Frost hardy

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  Free draining