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Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland'

East Friesland sage

£12.99
£12.99

2 litre pot

Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' is a compact, clump-forming perennial with deep violet-purple flower spikes and aromatic foliage, providing vibrant colour from early summer to autumn while attracting pollinators.
  • Vivid violet-purple flowers
  • Long-lasting blooms from summer to autumn
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Compact and ideal for small spaces

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Hardy

  • Flowers

    June, July, August

  • Soil type

    Well-drained, Chalky, Loamy, Sandy

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  • Why we like this plant

    With its compact size, long flowering season, and easy-care nature, Salvia 'Ostfriesland' is perfect for adding colour and structure to garden borders while supporting pollinators.

  • About this plant

    Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' is a reliable, low-maintenance perennial that produces upright spikes of vivid violet-purple flowers, beautifully contrasted by its grey-green, aromatic foliage. With a tidy and compact growth habit, it is perfect for borders, containers, and cottage garden planting schemes. This variety blooms from early summer to autumn, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it an excellent choice for Mediterranean-style and drought-tolerant gardens.

  • Key features

    • Rich violet-purple flower spikes
    • Compact and bushy growth habit
    • Long flowering period from early summer to autumn
    • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
    • Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 40–50cm | Spread: 30–40cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact, clump-forming

  • Moisture

    Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, containers

Planting guide

Space plants 30–40cm apart in well-drained soil. Water regularly until established, then reduce watering as it becomes drought-tolerant.

Care tips

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prolong the blooming period. Cut back old stems in early spring to encourage fresh growth. A light feed in spring promotes healthy flowering.

Winter care

Hardy in most UK climates. In colder regions, apply a mulch in autumn to protect the roots from extreme frost. Leaving some spent stems over winter can provide shelter for beneficial insects.