About
A compact, bushy perennial with aromatic mid-green foliage. Erect flower stems of bright blue flowers appear from summer through to the autumn.
About the genus
Salvia can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, or shrubs. They have paired, simple or pinnately lobed, often aromatic leaves and 2-lipped flowers in whorls, forming simple or branched spikes or racemes
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile,humus-rich moist but well drained soil in full sun or light dappled shade
PruningCut back in spring when new growth appears. Dead-head faded flowerspikes regulary to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by basal or softwood cuttings in early spring or mid summer. Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn. Rooted cuttings will need winter protection in cold frame or cold greenhouse. Only propagate for own use as this plant has a PBR
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to leafhoppers, slugs and snails
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), powdery mildews, verticillium wilt and foot and root rots