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Salvia 'Nachtvlinder'

Jame Sage

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Salvia 'Nachtvlinder' is a compact, bushy perennial with deep burgundy-purple flowers and fragrant foliage, providing long-lasting interest from late spring to autumn while attracting pollinators.
  • Deep burgundy-purple flowers for bold contrast
  • Long-lasting blooms from spring to autumn
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Half-hardy

  • Flowers

    June to October

  • Soil type

    Well-drained, Loamy, Sandy

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  • Why we like this plant

    Its striking dark flowers and aromatic foliage make Salvia 'Nachtvlinder' a standout feature in any garden. It provides excellent pollinator support while being easy to grow and maintain.

  • About this plant

    Salvia 'Nachtvlinder', meaning "Night Moth" in Dutch, is a stunning variety of sage that produces deep purple, velvety blooms set against aromatic green foliage. Its compact growth makes it perfect for borders, patio containers, and wildlife-friendly gardens. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a valuable addition to Mediterranean-style and drought-tolerant planting schemes. With regular deadheading, it flowers continuously from late spring into autumn.

  • Key features

    • Elegant deep burgundy-purple flowers
    • Long flowering period from late spring to autumn
    • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
    • Fragrant foliage and drought-tolerant once established
    • Compact growth ideal for borders and containers

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 50–70cm | Spread: 40–60cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Bushy, compact

  • Moisture

    Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

  • Position in
    the Garden

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

Planting guide

Space plants 40–50cm apart in well-drained soil. Water well after planting and during dry spells until established.

Care tips

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to extend the blooming season. Cut back lightly in early spring to encourage fresh, bushy growth. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring for best results.

Winter care

Salvia 'Nachtvlinder' is half-hardy and may need protection from frost in colder regions. Apply a layer of mulch in autumn or grow in a container that can be moved to a sheltered, frost-free area.