Salvia East Friesland

Perennial Salvia, Meadow Sage

Height: Medium 18" / Plant 16"apart
Bloom Time: Early Summer to Late Summer
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones: 4-8   Get Your Zone
Soil Condition: Normal, Sandy
Flower Color / Accent: Purple / Purple
Order Code: SAEF

A multitude of 1 1/2' vivid violet-purple spikes starting in early June. Heavily flowering over a nicely textured leaf. Dislikes a spot that is damp over the winter.

Features to Note:
OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering, Plants that attract Hummingbirds, Rabbit Resistant, Plants that attract Butterflies, Avoid Wetness, Seaside/Salt tolerant, Deer Resistant, Plants that tolerate a Hot Dry site, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Dried Flowers
Price: $7.95 ea.   3+ $7.50 ea. Available: SPRING 2012
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General Information:
Looking for a summer show of intense color? Easy to grow, salvias perform best in full sun. The color progression in Salvias is: East Friesland-deep purple, May Night-purple blue, Blue Hill-sky blue.

Plant Care:
Prefers moist but well-drained soil. Can be divided every 3 -5 years in early spring. After blooming, cut down to basal growth, as new growth will be more appealing. May flop if given too rich soil or excessive shade. Blooms more profusely with regular watering.