Salvia patens 'Patio Dark Blue' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Gentian sage (Salvia patens) is an upright perennial that produces blue flowers from July to October. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 60 cm and is approx. 40 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * Cut flower * very beautiful in containers * tolerates pruning

Spread
Mexico.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Upright.

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

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from September to October - Sowing under glass: From February to June.

Care
The faded inflorescences should be cut back. This measure encourages new growth.

Flower
Salvia patens forms blue flowers from July.

Use
Tub, cutting, rock garden, bee pasture, steppe garden, perennial bed