Salvia × Sylvestris Viola Klose | 9cm Pot

Intense spires of dark violet flowers. Position: full sun – light shade Soil: light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy Spires of intense dark violet hooded flowers appear from July to September above clumps of mid-green leaves. This compact form of salvia is perfect for adding a splash of colour at the front of a well-drained herbaceous border or gravel garden. Coping well in sun or light dappled shade, the dark violet blooms are a magnet for butterflies and bees. Garden care: To prolong flowering remove the flower spikes as soon as they start to fade. Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring.