Salvia 'Violet Queen'
(Salvia nemerosa)
50 seeds $3.50
HomeSalvia 'Violet Queen' blooms in early summer with numerous spikes of dark violet flowers on bushy plants. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
Salvia 'Violet Queen' blooms the first year from seed if started early indoors. It goes with nearly everything in the garden. It's a nice companion plant for roses. It sometimes self sows, but not in excess. Drought tolerant and easy to grow.
Also known as Meadow Sage, Woodland Sage, Salvia x superba, Salvia x sylvestris, and Salvia nemerosa 'East Friesland' or 'West Friesland'. Deer resistant. Hardy perennial in zones 4-8.
height 18" spacing 15"
Sowing Salvia 'Violet Queen' Seeds
Start salvia seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.
