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Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel'

'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage

'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage

Format

Exposure

  • Sun

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • June
  • July
  • August

  • Abundant flowers
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Attracts butterflies
  • Dense foliage
  • White-tailed deer resistant

'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage, also known as Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel', is a compact and floriferous variety that perfectly adapts to small spaces. Its erect stems bear dense spikes of bell-shaped flowers in an intense blue-violet, complemented by aromatic green foliage. This perennial blooms profusely from early summer to late fall, attracting butterflies and bees to your garden.

Features:

  • Long and Abundant Bloom: 'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage blooms generously from early summer to late fall, offering a vibrant and long-lasting floral display.
  • Intense Blue-Violet Bell-Shaped Flowers: Its bell-shaped flowers in an intense blue-violet bring a touch of sophistication and elegance to your garden.
  • Aromatic Green Foliage: The aromatic green foliage of this perennial releases a pleasant fragrance that attracts butterflies and bees.
  • Compact and Easy-to-Grow: 'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage is a compact plant that easily integrates into borders, beds, rock gardens, or containers. It is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance.

Tips:

  • For even more abundant blooms, deadhead regularly.
  • 'Blue Marvel' Meadow Sage is easily propagated by division in spring or fall.
  • This perennial is resistant to diseases and pests, making it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
12 - 15 in.
Spread
10 - 12 in.
Height
10 - 12 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Rounded
  • Upright

Flowering colours:

  • Blue
  • Violet

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Average. Prefers well-drained,moderately dry soil. It is essential not to keep the soil constantly wet.

Maintenance:

  • Easy. Light pruning in early spring. Remove dry flowers during the season.

Soil requirement:

  • Well drained and moderately dry. Slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Features

Resistance:

  • White-tailed deer
  • Rabbits

Attract:

  • Hummingbirds
  • Butterflies
  • Pollinators

Use:

  • Clump
  • Border
  • Flowerbed
  • Butterfly Garden
  • Cut Flowers

Attribute:

  • Aromatic foliage
  • Cut flowers

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