Overview
Salvia ringens is a upright, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family, with aromatic, deciduous foliage. Salvia ringens grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, containers and wildlife gardens. It is native to Balkan Peninsula.
About
Salvia ringens is a hardy herbaceous perennial native to the southern and eastern parts of the Balkan Peninsula. With many colonies growing on Mount Olympus, the traditional "home of the gods," at altitudes up to 6,200 feet (1,900 m).
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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
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Salvia ringens size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous perennial
- Habit
- Upright, clump-forming
- Foliage
- Aromatic, deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, wildlife gardens
- Native to
- Balkan Peninsula
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Salvia ringens
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Salvia ringens?
Salvia ringens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Salvia ringens need?
Salvia ringens grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Salvia ringens hardy in the UK?
Salvia ringens has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Salvia ringens?
Softwood cuttings, division.
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