EAST FRIESLAND MEADOW SAGE
SALVIA EAST FRIESLAND
Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland'
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EAST FRIESLAND MEADOW SAGE
Salvia 'East Friesland' is a classic and reliable perennial valued for its tidy, compact habit and prolific flowering. It produces numerous upright spikes of deep violet-purple flowers that create a dense carpet of color in early summer. Its aromatic foliage is a deep grayish-green, forming a sturdy mound that stays attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. As a long-standing favorite in the garden, it is one of the earliest salvias to flower, providing a crucial early-season nectar source for bees and butterflies.
The ideal spot for Salvia 'East Friesland' is in full sun with sharp, well-draining soil, as it thrives in bright light and can suffer in overly wet or heavy ground. Because it maintains a very manageable height of 15 to 18 inches, it is perfectly suited for the front or middle of a perennial border, where it can be planted in groups for a high-impact color block. Once the initial flush of flowers begins to fade, a quick shearing back of the spent spikes will often encourage a second, lighter bloom cycle in late summer. It is exceptionally hardy and drought-tolerant once established, making it a staple for low-maintenance landscapes and rock gardens.
con 1:
Nice Foliage. Full Pot.
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| SALVIA EAST FRIESLAND | con 1 | | 610 | 235 | 0 | 0 |
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
