About
A compact, tufted, aromatic, perennial from Turkey with erect stems bearing narrowly elliptic, softly hairy, grey-green leaves and loose racemes of small, 2-lipped, violet-blue flowers in summer. A choice and ornamental salvia for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Saussurea is a genus of herbaceous perennials or biennials in the daisy family, with thistle-like or button-shaped flower-heads. Species are found in a range of habitats from alpine meadows to lowland grasslands
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.