Salvia 'Violet Queen' (Meadow Sage)
50 seeds $3.50
Salvia 'Violet Queen' blooms in early summer with numerous spikes of dark violet flowers on bushy plants. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies .
Salvia 'Violet Queen' blooms the first year from seed if started early indoors. It goes with nearly everything in the garden. It's a nice companion plant for roses . It sometimes self sows, but not in excess. Drought tolerant and easy to grow.
Also known as Woodland Sage, Salvia nemerosa, Salvia x superba, Salvia x sylvestris, and Salvia nemerosa 'East Friesland' or 'West Friesland'. Deer resistant. Hardy perennial in zones 4-8.
height 18" spacing 15"
Sowing Salvia 'Violet Queen' Seeds
Start salvia seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.