Salvia farinacea 'Sensation Compact Deep Blue'

Common name: Mealy Sage 'Sensation Compact Deep Blue'

Description: This striking annual or tender perennial produces dense spikes of rich, deep blue flowers that create a spectacular display throughout summer and into autumn. The slender flower spikes are held on strong stems above mounds of grey-green foliage, bringing vertical interest and intense colour to borders and containers. 'Sensation Compact Deep Blue' offers a more compact habit than species types, making it perfect for smaller spaces, patio containers, and front to mid-border positions. The long flowering period and intense blue colour make it invaluable for creating contemporary colour schemes or combining with hot colours for dramatic contrast. The flowers are particularly attractive to pollinators and provide continuous colour from June through to the first frosts.

Other benefits: long flowering season, compact habit, suitable for containers, excellent for pollinators

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies, hoverflies

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 45cm x 30cm

Position: full sun

Soil pH: adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering needs; well-drained soil essential

Winter hardiness: treat as annual; hardy to light frosts only