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SALVIA 'Amistad'
Commonly known as Friendship sage, Sage
Purple flowers from deep purple calyces
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Toothed, glossy leaves 3-13cm (2-5in) long
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetWhite throats
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright perennial or subshrub with dark stems. Produces closely spaced whorls of 2-4 flowers
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shadeLight, dappled shade
SALVIA 'Amistad'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - insects. To prolong flowering remove flower spikes as they fadePests & DiseasesSlugs, snailsPlace of originGarden originResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeSpikesTubular5cm (2in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a sunny borderPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Pruning groupPruning group 6Suitable 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.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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WildlifeBee friendly
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Salvia - Growing Guide
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