Salvia nemorosa
Balkan clary
Flower Colors
Description
A clump-forming, deciduous perennial up to 1m tall with heart-shaped to oblong, scallop-edged, rough leaves. Flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink or white are carried tightly along upright, branching spikes in clusters of up to six flowers from summer into autumn
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
BushyClumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 3-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantCottage and informal gardenMediterranean climate plantsCity and courtyard gardensWildlife gardensCoastalGravel gardenPatio and container plantsFlower borders and beds