Salvia African Skies
The firm, woody base of Salvia African Skies produces long branching stems which feature beautifully defined, open mouthed flowers of a staggering azure blue. This colour alone justifies this salvia’s place in a sunny, protected border where its scintillating colour can be enjoyed.
Dimensions
- Pot Size: 3l - 17cm (7in)
- Height and Spread: H: 80cm (2ft 8in) / W: 60cm (2ft)
Features
The firm, woody base of Salvia African Skies produces long branching stems which feature beautifully defined, open mouthed flowers of a staggering azure blue. This colour alone justifies this salvia’s place in a sunny, protected border where its scintillating colour can be enjoyed.
This reasonably drought tolerant plant prefers a sunny spot and is invaluable for its richly coloured display in the border. You could use them for a colourful ground cover option. They have the additional bonus of being attractive to pollinators and are deer resistant!
- Deciduous perennial
- Hardy
- Flowering Period: June - September
- Any moist, well-drained soil
- South or west facing
- Full sun
- Exposed or sheltered
Cut back hard in spring. Deadhead or pick regularly to encourage more flowers. Protect from severe frosts.
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