Salvia Roman Red, 2/3L
£10.00
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notes
Also known as the Roman Red Sage, this salvia is one of the larger varieties of salvia, its bright red tubular flowers forming a real accent in the back of the border. A semi woody perennial, its blooms make excellent cut flowers and have the benefit of attracting bees and other pollinators, improving the biodiversity of the garden. It is tender so will need protection over winter.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2/3L
- Height & Spread: if not trimmed: 40cm (1ft 4in) x 40cm (1ft 4in)
Features
notes
Also known as the Roman Red Sage, this salvia is one of the larger varieties of salvia, its bright red tubular flowers forming a real accent in the back of the border. A semi woody perennial, its blooms make excellent cut flowers and have the benefit of attracting bees and other pollinators, improving the biodiversity of the garden. It is tender so will need protection over winter.
Insights
Originating in the warm climate of South America, the more hours of sunlight this salvia can receive, the better the blooms.
Details
Flowers: June - September
Planting
- Moist, well drained, soil
- Container
- Full sun
- South, east, west facing
- Tender
Care
- Deadhead faded blooms
- Cut back stems in late autumn to encourage fresh growth in spring and mulch well to protect from frost
- It has aromatic foliage that deters deer and rabbits.
Glossary