

Aspect
full sun
Hardiness
Hardy throughout most of the UK
Flowers
June - September
Soil
Loam, chalk, sandy soil
About this plant
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Description
A compact and floriferous salvia producing dense spikes of rich deep blue flowers above aromatic green foliage. Its tidy habit and long flowering season make it an excellent choice for sunny borders, containers and pollinator-friendly planting.
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Why we like it
Specs & details
The particulars
- Botanical name
- Salvia nemorosa 'Sensation Deep Blue' (Florsaldblue)
- Common name
- Woodland sage
- Supplied as
- 3 litre pot
- Flower colour
- Blue
- Eventual height
- 30–40cm
- Flowering period
- June - September
- Habit
- Compact clump-forming perennial
- Hardiness
- Hardy throughout most of the UK
- Aspect
- full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, chalk, sandy soil
- Moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Position
- Front border, patio pot, gravel garden
Planting & care
Help it thrive
Planting guide
Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Water regularly during establishment and deadhead spent flowers to encourage repeat flowering through summer.
Care tips
Trim back faded flower spikes after flowering to encourage fresh blooms. Avoid overly rich soil, which can lead to softer growth. Divide mature clumps every few years to maintain vigour.
Winter care
Leave faded stems in place through winter for light protection, then cut back in early spring as new growth appears. Avoid wet winter soil conditions around the crown.

