Salvia 'Amethyst'
Romantic rose-purple blooms
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Salvia 'Amethyst'
- Bathe your garden in the romantic, soft rose-purple hues of this incredibly floriferous and elegant summer-flowering perennial.
- This salvia features a beautifully neat, bushy habit and highly aromatic foliage that releases a wonderful scent when brushed past.
- Salvia is the ultimate drought-tolerant hero, thriving in hot, dry spots where other plants might struggle and fail.
- You can look forward to a spectacular influx of butterflies and bees, drawn irresistibly to its densely packed, nectar-rich spikes.
- It is exceptionally easy to maintain; a quick chop after its first bloom guarantees a fresh, vibrant flush of flowers later in the season.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Salvia 'Amethyst' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Salvia 'Amethyst' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 40 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Salvia 'Amethyst' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Salvia 'Amethyst' prefers light, moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Salvia 'Amethyst' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Salvia 'Amethyst' benefits from being cut back after its first flush of flowers to encourage a second bloom. Cut it back to the base in autumn or spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Salvia 'Amethyst' varies from H3 to H5 depending on the variety. Some are hardy across the UK, while others require a thick winter mulch in southern areas and lifting or greenhouse protection in northern regions.
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