Purple sage (Salvia officinalis 'Purpurescens')

Salvia officinalis 'Purpurescens'
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Botanical Name:
Salvia officinalis 'Purpurescens'
Genus:
Salvia
Species:
S. officinalis ~ S. officinalis is a herb with aromatic yellow-green leaves and spires of blue flowers in summer.



Cultivation:
Grow in moderately fertile, moist, free-draining soil in a sunny position, although can tolerate light shade. Avoid cold, damp conditions.
Awards:
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Suggested uses:
City, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Flavouring food and drinks, Beds and borders, Mediterranean, Foliage only
Plant with:

Soil types:
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage:
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH:
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light:
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect:
South, East, West
Exposure:
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness:
Hardy (H4)
Specific pest(s):
Diseases:
Generally disease free.
Propagation method(s):
Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings
Skill rating:
Beginner
Maintenance hours / year:
1

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Salvia officinalis 'Purpurescens' is:
Semi evergreen
Flower:
Insignificant or absent, Pale-blue in Summer
Foliage:
Purple, Green in All seasons
Fragrance:
Foliage is aromatic (sage).
Ultimate height (m):
1
Ultimate spread (m):
1
Time to maturity:
5-10 years
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