Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel' PP27018
Sage-Meadow
Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel' PP27018
Sage-MeadowImproving on older dwarf salvias, this award-winning selection boasts broad flower spikes and consistent rebloom all season when deadheaded. Aromatic, green foliage lines the square stems topped with deep violet blue flowers held by burgundy calyces. An excellent plant for attracting pollinators. Introduced by: Ball Horticultural Co.
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 10-12"
- Spread: 10-12"
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Early Fall, Early Summer, Late Spring, Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Blue Shades, Violet Shades
- Fragrant: Yes
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Not native to North America
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: Yes
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 10-12"
- Spread: 10-12"
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Early Fall, Early Summer, Late Spring, Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Blue Shades, Violet Shades
- Fragrant: Yes
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Not native to North America
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
Salvia is an excellent crop for late spring to early summer sales. Plant the plugs in spring and grow them under poly to protect against excessive spring rains. The crop will grow best in moist, well-drained soil and does not tolerate overly moist or wet conditions which promote crown and root rots. Once established, finish with average to dry moisture levels. Removing spent flowers will encourage a longer season of bloom.
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Spring, Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Low
- Requires Shade in Production: No
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
- Vernalization Beneficial: Yes