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Salvia nemorosa 'Rosenwein' (Rose Wine)

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 0.3 - 5.5 m (1 - 18 ft)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Salvia nemorosa 'Rosenwein' (Rose Wine) (meadow sage) bears showy, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has foliage that is matte, medium textured and aromatic. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Salvia nemorosa 'Rosenwein' (Rose Wine) . 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.