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SALVIA officinalis 'Purpurascens'

Commonly known as Purple sage

Red-purple young leaves
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Oblong-ovate, entire leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
  • Blue
    Purple-blue
  • Height
    To 80m (32in)
  • Spread
    1m (39in)
  • Herb
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun

SALVIA officinalis 'Purpurascens'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    The popular culinary herb.
    Medicinal properties
    S. officinalis, commmon sage, is widely used in medicine for dietary problems, excessive perspiration and for infusions for colds.
    Pests & Diseases
    Slugs, snails on young growth.
    Place of origin
    Mediterranean, northern Africa.
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
    Terminal or axillary racemes
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a sunny mixed or herbaceous border
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea with more shelter
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Sub-tropical / mediterranean
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 6
    Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
    Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
    When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented foliage
    Aromatic foliage
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
Salvia - Growing Guide

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