Salvia elegans 'Honeymelon' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Pineapple sage 'Honey Melon' (Salvia elegans) is an herbaceous plant with a fruity flavour. Its medium green leaves are lanceolate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of the Pineapple sage 'Honey Melon'.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Salvia rutilans.

Bulletpoints
* fruity flavour * Suitable for growing in pots

leaves
Suitable for consumption. The medium green leaves are lanceolate and have a fruity flavour.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
Harvest: In the period from January to December.

Care
Over time, the soil loses some of its important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Use
Tub, winter garden, dessert, salad, tea