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Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel'

Snow Hill Salvia

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Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel' is a striking, compact perennial with pure white flower spikes that bloom from late spring to summer, offering a brilliant contrast in borders and attracting pollinators.
  • Elegant white flower spikes
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Drought-tolerant once established
  • Fragrant foliage
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    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      May, June, July

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Chalky, Loamy, Sandy

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    • Why we like this plant

      Salvia 'Schneehügel' is an excellent choice for adding elegant structure and soft contrast to garden borders. Its white blooms provide a refreshing visual effect and attract beneficial pollinators.

    • About this plant

      Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel', also known as 'Snow Hill', is a hardy herbaceous perennial with an upright, clump-forming habit. Its elegant spires of pure white flowers rise above aromatic green foliage, making it a perfect choice for brightening borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes. A low-maintenance plant, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, offering long-lasting colour and structure. Deadheading encourages repeat flowering, extending its display into early autumn.

    • Key features

      • Pure white flower spikes for a striking contrast
      • Long flowering period from late spring to summer
      • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
      • Aromatic, lance-shaped foliage
      • Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

    • Height and
      spread

      Height: 45–60cm | Spread: 40–50cm

    • Growth
      habit

      Upright, clump-forming

    • Moisture

      Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, Mediterranean-style planting

    Planting guide

    Space plants 30–45cm apart in well-drained soil. Water well until established, then reduce watering as it becomes drought-tolerant.

    Care tips

    Plant in well-drained soil and full sun. Cut back faded flower spikes to encourage a second flush of blooms. Prune back old stems in early spring to promote fresh growth.

    Winter care

    Hardy in most UK regions, though a layer of mulch in colder areas can help protect the roots. Leave some old growth over winter to offer extra frost protection.