Plant Type:
Herbaceous Perennial
Salvia guaranitica ‘Black & Blue’ is an incredible Salvia with electric blue-purple blooms. This tall growing Salvia produces masses of deep purple blooms all summer long that are adored by pollinating insects.
Cold Hardiness:
Half Hardy
In mild parts of the Salvia guaranitica ‘Black & Blue’ is reliably winter hardy. In very wet and cold parts of world this plant will need protection to help it survive winter.
Eventual Height:
2m
This impressive Salvia can grow to reach heights of over 2m tall! The tall stems and attractive flowers can reach heights of 1.5m+.
Light requirements:
Full Sun – Partial Shade
Salvia guaranitica ‘Black & Blue’ will bloom better and grow far stronger when grown in full sun, though it is tolerant of some shade.
Water Requirements:
Low
A real benefit of adding Salvia plants to your garden is that there requirements for water are usually very low.
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Provide organic liquid feed to promote healthy growth. Pinch out the growing tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth and more flowering stems.
Autumn & Winter: Leave frosted stems in-situ to provide habitat for native wildlife.
