Salvia Blue & White Mixed
Half Hardy Perennial (HHP)
Suitable for Attracting Wildlife
Suitable for Attracting Bees
Suitable for Attracting Butterflies
Full Sun
Perfect for PollinationDetails
Details
This arresting half hardy perennial is generally grown as a half hardy annual as it is ideally suited to bedding schemes and containers. Neat bushy plants produce long lasting nectar-laden flowers which are simply loved by bees.
Planting & Harvesting
Sow & Grow
Sow indoors, January-March. A warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Transplant them, 5cm (2") apart, to further trays, when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, May-June, 23cm (9") apart, when frosts are over. Flowers: June to October.
Hint's & Tips
Bring wildlife into your garden: Much loved by nectar-feeding insects, such as butterflies, bees and a wide range of pollinating insects. Also attracts 'pest control' predators, such as hoverflies.