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Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor'
Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor', commonly known as ornamental sage, is a floriferous, aromatic perennial producing spikes of tubular flowers over a long season. It is highly attractive to bees and adds strong vertical interest in sunny borders.
After around five years of growth, this plant typically reaches: Varies by variety, commonly 50–80 cm tall with a spread of 40–60 cm after 5 years.
Recommended compost for planting: Plant in a free-draining, gritty compost, especially for sun-loving types.
Key Features:
- Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming an attractive clump or spreading mound.
- Season of interest: Provides colour or foliage interest during the main growing season.
- Garden uses: Suitable for mixed borders, perennial beds, and many varieties also perform well in containers.
- Maintenance: Generally low maintenance; remove spent flowers and tidy old growth as needed.
Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' is a dependable choice for adding long-lasting interest and character to planting schemes.
Plant Details
| Hardiness | RHS H4 (−10°C to −5°C). |
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| Foliage | Evergreen |
Growing Guide
| Sunlight | Full sun |
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Size, material & use
- Product type
- Herbaceous
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