Exemplar Horticulture
This long-blooming aromatic perennial forms a thick mound of medium-green wrinkled leaves; rich blue-violet flower spikes last all summer; attractive to bees and butterflies; nice cut flower; can tolerate some drought and heat once established.
Rich blue-violet flower spikes last all summer
Vibrant addition to mixed containers, in borders, rock gardens and water-wise gardens as well as along pathways
Salvia pratensis 'Twilight Serenade'
(Twilight Serenade Sage)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone |
3 (-40°F/-40°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
12" (30 cm) |
Width |
12" (30 cm) |
Flower Height |
20" (51 cm) |
Flower Colour |
Aromatic flower spikes of rich blue-violet |
Bloom Time |
June - August |
Watering Needs |
Moderate-Low. Can tolerate some drought and heat once established |
Soil Preferences |
Prefers moist, well-drained soil types but tolerates a wide range |