Overview
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' is a clump forming, bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants, wildlife gardens, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' is a clump-forming, bushy herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Salvia. This deciduous wood sage cultivar grows to a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in full sun with a preference for south- or west-facing aspects and tolerates both exposed and sheltered conditions. Suitable for chalk, loam, and sand soils with a range of pH levels, it prefers moist but well-drained soil. 'Viola Klose' is notable for its interest through summer, autumn, and winter.
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
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Wildlife gardens, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Powdery mildews, Verticillium wilt, Foot and root rots
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose'?
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' need?
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' 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 moist but well-drained.
How big does Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' grow?
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' hardy in the UK?
Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Salvia x sylvestris 'Viola Klose'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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
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