Salvia So Cool Purple

Common name: Sage

Fashionable magnet for peckish pollinators

-5 to -10°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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Striking and resilient, Salvia microphylla 'So Cool Purple' boasts vibrant purple blooms held on slender stems above fabulous aromatic foliage. Originating from the mountainous regions of Mexico and Arizona, this perennial member of the sage family is distinguished by its compact growth habit, typically reaching around 80cm tall, spreading to 60cm. An excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders and containers. Blooming profusely from May to October, it showcases deep purple, tubular flowers that attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Its green, ovate leaves exude a pleasant fragrance when brushed against, adding sensory appeal to your garden. Salvia microphylla 'So Cool Purple' thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, in an east, south or west facing aspect and displays remarkable drought tolerance once established. Relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning it is resistant to most garden pests and diseases. Hardy to around -10°C, gardeners appreciate its versatility and reliable performance, making it a popular choice for adding long-lasting colour and ecological delight.
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Key Information
Latin Name Salvia microphylla 'So Cool Purple' YP
Common Name Sage
Hardiness H4 (-5 to -10°C)
Colour Purple
Format Young Plants
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Semi-Evergreen
Height in Maturity (m) 0.80 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.60
Soil Conditions Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Drought Tolerant Yes
Good for pots Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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