Overview
Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family. Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to central Europe and Western Asia.
About
Salvia nemorosa, the woodland sage, Balkan clary, blue sage or wild sage, is a hardy herbaceous perennial plant native to a wide area of central Europe and Western Asia.
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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
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herbaceous perennial
- Native to
- central Europe, Western Asia
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill'?
Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' prefers full sun.
What soil does Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' need?
Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' hardy in the UK?
Salvia nemorosa 'Snowhill' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
More in the Salvia genus
- Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
- Rosmarinus prostratus
- Salvia 'Black and Blue'
- Salvia 'Ostfriesland'
- Salvia 'Rose Queen'
- Salvia 'Royal Bumble'
- Salvia bicolorSage
- Salvia forskaohleiSage
