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Salvia nemorosa 'Rhapsody in Blue'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Salvia nemorosa 'Rhapsody in Blue' (meadow sage) bears faded purple blooms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Salvia nemorosa 'Rhapsody in Blue' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.