Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' (Blue Queen Sage) — Bushy

Overview

Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and cottage gardens. It is native to Europe.

About

Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' is a cultivar of the Salvia genus, the largest group within the sage family Lamiaceae, comprising nearly 1,000 species of shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals. This cultivar grows to about 1.0 metre in height and thrives in full sun. It prefers sandy or loamy soils that are moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H7, 'Blue Queen' is well suited to a variety of garden settings where these conditions are met.

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: Sandy, Loamy
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Full sun
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 1.0 m
Suggested uses: Borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens
Native to: Europe
Fragrance: Mildly aromatic leaves

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen'

Cultivation: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; deadhead to prolong flowering
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness
Propagation: By seed, cuttings, or division
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Aphids
Disease resistance: Honey fungus, Powdery mildews, Verticillium wilt, Foot and root rots

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen'?

Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; deadhead to prolong flowering.

Where is the best place to plant Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen'?

Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.

What soil does Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' need?

Salvia sylvestris 'Blue Queen' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.