SALVIA 'Amante'

Semi-evergreen - Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well. - toothed, glossy leaves, 5-13cm (2-5in) long

Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - pink, red

Height - 1.2 (4ft)

Spread - 1.2m (4ft)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - upright perennial or subshrub with dark stems. Produces closely spaced whorls of 2-4 flowers

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy 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)

Full sun

Partial shade - light, dappled shade

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects. A companion to 'Amistad'. To prolong flowering remove flower spikes as they fade

Pests & Diseases - slugs, snails

Place of origin - garden origin. Argentina

Flower Shape - Spikes

Garden Location/Conditions - Patio / pot plants

Hardiness - Half hardy (down to 0)

Seasonal Interest - Autumn

Summer

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - moderately fertile. Humus-rich

Wildlife - Bee friendly