Salvia 'Amistad' (Amistad Sage) — perennial

Overview

Salvia 'Amistad' is a perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family. Salvia 'Amistad' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cut flowers.

About

Salvia 'Amistad' (Amistad Sage) is a perennial cultivar within the large Salvia genus of the Lamiaceae family, known for its mildly aromatic foliage. It thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered locations. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is suitable for borders, containers, and cut flowers. To maintain its shape and encourage fresh growth, it should be cut back hard in early spring. Propagation is typically done through softwood cuttings.

About the genus

Salvia is the largest genus of plants in the sage family Lamiaceae, with just under 1,000 species of shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals. Within the Lamiaceae, Salvia is part of the tribe Mentheae within the subfamily Nepetoideae. One of several genera commonly referred to as sage, it includes two widely used herbs, Salvia officinalis and Salvia rosmarinus.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Salvia

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil moisture: moderate
Exposure: sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Salvia 'Amistad' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, containers, cut flowers
Fragrance: mildly aromatic

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Salvia 'Amistad'

Cultivation: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water moderately and avoid waterlogging.
Pruning: Cut back hard in early spring to encourage fresh growth and maintain shape.
Propagation: softwood cuttings