Salvia officinalis 'Purple Beauty' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Common sage 'Purple Beauty' (Salvia officinalis) is an herbaceous plant with an aromatic, refreshing flavour. Its medium green, hairy leaves are lanceolate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of Common sage 'Purple Beauty'.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, refreshing flavour * beautiful foliage * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for growing in pots * purple-red shoots * deer resistant

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. High leaf ornamental value. The medium green, hairy leaves are lanceolate and have an aromatic, refreshing flavour.

Growth
Bushy.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Seed
Sow under glass from March to April.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing under glass: In the period from March to April - Harvest: In the period from April to October.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, bee pasture, cooking, medicinal plant