Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle de Loire’, 2L
An upright, shrubby salvia, ‘Belle de Loire’ is prized for its bi-coloured flowers, which open in shades of yellow and orange before softening to salmon tones as temperatures cool. This hardy, clump-forming perennial also features aromatic grey-green foliage, making it an appealing choice for both gardeners and pollinators alike.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height & Spread: 80cm (2ft 7in) x 80cm (2ft 7in) in 2-5 years
Features
An upright, shrubby salvia, ‘Belle de Loire’ is prized for its bi-coloured flowers, which open in shades of yellow and orange before softening to salmon tones as temperatures cool. This hardy, clump-forming perennial also features aromatic grey-green foliage, making it an appealing choice for both gardeners and pollinators alike.
Salvia × jamensis ‘Belle de Loire’ was an RHS Plant of the Year contender in 2024. A low-maintenance plant that thrives in sun or partial shade, it has a long flowering season and makes an excellent addition to borders or containers.
- Flowers: May - October
- Hardy
- Moist, well-drained soil
- South, East or West aspects
- Full sun or partial sunlight
Dead head as the flowers fade. Leave foliage in place throughout winter to protect from heavy frost. Tidy foliage in mid-spring and check for slugs and snails.