Unusual shrub bearing purple or violet flowers in long racemes. Interesting white hairy stems. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Protect from frost and Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia fruticosa
Unusual shrub bearing purple or violet flowers in long racemes. Interesting white hairy stems.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Salvia |
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Species | fruticosa |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | purple, pink |
Soil | Light, Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.2m |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 80cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Protect from frost, Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Dead head after flowering |
Border | Border, Group planting |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
Pruning Time | Mid spring |
Pests and diseases | Slugs and snails |
Maintenance | Keep free from weeds |
Propagation | Seed, Stem cuttings |
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