Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Hill'
garden sage
(syn. Blauhügel)
A long-hoped-for color break in garden Salvia. Ernst Pagels selected it for bluer flowers and compact habit. Insect and disease resistant, long flowered and tough as its brethren to follow. Attracts birds, butterflies and bees.
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Height18-30 Inches |
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Spread12-15 Inches |
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Spacing12 Inches |
Bloom ColorBlue |
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9 |
garden sage Interesting Notes
Salvia comes from the Latin salvere, meaning to heal or save.
The leaves are aromatic when crushed.
Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Hill' Growing and Maintenance Tips
Prefers average, clay or sandy, well-drained soils in full sun. Drought, heat and humidity tolerant. Shear after blooming to prompt fresh foliage and flowers.
Good Substitutions
Salvia nemorosa SALLYROSA™
'April Night'
Salvia nemorosa Marcus®
'Haeumanarc'
Salvia nemorosa
'East Friesland'
Salvia nemorosa
'May Night'
Key Characteristics & Attributes
Full Sun
Hummingbird-friendly
Deer Resistant
Pollinator-friendly
Fragrant
Cut Flower
Drought Tolerant
Summer
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