Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' (Whorled sage 'Purple Rain') — Bushy

Overview

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.

About

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' (whorled clary 'Purple Rain') is a bushy, herbaceous perennial from the Lamiaceae family. It is a deciduous plant that grows to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height, with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun on west- or south-facing, sheltered sites, favouring well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. It is of interest during both summer and winter seasons.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Salvia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: West-facing, South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered

Plant details

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain'?

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' need?

Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.