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SALVIA 'Blue Note'
Commonly known as Autumn sage, Sage
(syn. S. greggii 'Blue Note') - small true-blue flowers
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects. To prolong flowering remove flower spikes as they fade -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenOvate to elliptic leaves 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) long
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Blue
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Spikes
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Tubular
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BorderSuits a sunny border
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Town garden
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
80cm (32in) -
Spread
50cm (20in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Woody-based perennial. Produces open racemes of velvety, hooded flowers
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Scented foliage
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Light, dappled shade -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size80cm (32in)
50cm (20in)
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