Salvia spp. Purple

Common Name: Purple Salvia

Description:
Purple Salvia is a diverse group of hardy, drought-tolerant plants known for their striking purple flower spikes and aromatic foliage. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, these salvias prefer well-drained soil and full sun but can tolerate part shade. Depending on the variety, they can be grown as perennials or annuals, with flowering periods extending from spring through autumn. Purple Salvias are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making them an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Their upright growth habit and long-lasting blooms make them ideal for garden beds, borders, and pots. Regular deadheading will encourage prolonged flowering, and their strong stems make them well-suited for cut flower arrangements.

Form:

• Shrub - Small to Medium (varies by species)

Mature Size:

• Height: 30 cm – 1.2 m (varies by species)
• Width: 30 cm – 1 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Purple

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial (some varieties may be annuals)
• Drought Tolerant
• Aromatic Foliage
• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Echinacea (Coneflower)
• Lavender
• Coreopsis
• Rudbeckia
• Gaillardia (Blanket Flower)