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Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst' (meadow sage) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, faded fuchsia and fragrant blooms during early summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and aromatic. A specimen plant, Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst' (meadow sage) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.