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Salvia 'Amistad'

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£10.39
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£10.39

2 litre pot

Salvia 'Amistad' is a stunning, fast-growing perennial with rich purple, tubular flowers and contrasting dark calyces, blooming from late spring to autumn and attracting pollinators.
  • Striking deep purple flowers with dark stems
  • Extremely long flowering season
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Fast-growing and easy to maintain

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Half hardy

  • Flowers

    June to November

  • Soil type

    Well-drained, Loamy, Sandy

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  • Why we like this plant

    With its striking deep purple flowers, exceptionally long flowering season, and pollinator-friendly nature, Salvia 'Amistad' is perfect for creating bold, colourful displays in beds, borders, and patio containers.

  • About this plant

    Salvia 'Amistad' is a standout choice for adding bold colour and height to borders and containers. Its long, elegant spikes of deep purple flowers contrast beautifully against dark stems, making it a striking feature in any garden. With a long flowering period and strong resistance to pests and diseases, it is perfect for pollinator-friendly planting schemes. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, 'Amistad' is a must-have for creating vibrant displays from late spring until the first frosts.

  • Key features

    • Deep purple, tubular flowers with dark calyces
    • Exceptionally long flowering period from late spring to autumn
    • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
    • Fast-growing with an upright, bushy habit
    • Drought-tolerant once established

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 90–120cm | Spread: 60–90cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Upright, bushy

  • Moisture

    Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Borders, patio containers, Mediterranean-style gardens, wildlife gardens

Planting guide

Space plants 50–60cm apart in well-drained soil. Water well after planting and during dry spells until established.

Care tips

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil and a sunny, sheltered spot. Deadhead regularly to extend the flowering season, and cut back faded stems in early spring to encourage fresh growth. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and summer for best results.

Winter care

Salvia 'Amistad' is half-hardy and may require winter protection in colder regions. Apply a thick mulch over the root zone in autumn or grow in a container that can be moved to a frost-free area.