Salvia ‘Blue by You’ PP31033

Salvia 'Blue by You' PP31033

Sage-Meadow

Photo Credit: Susan Martin

Photo Credit: Ball Horticultural Co


Salvia 'Blue by You' PP31033

Sage-Meadow

Growers looking to add more color to their spring lineup will appreciate this new Salvia for its early bloom time, a good 10-14 days earlier than 'May Night'. Its prolific, deep violet blue flower spikes help it stand out on retail benches and in landscapes. Cut it back after flowering and watch it reflush easily multiple times per season. Breeder: Darwin Perennials.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 20-22
  • Spread: 18-22
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Spring, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Purple 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: 20-22
  • Spread: 18-22
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Spring, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Purple 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