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Woodland sage (Salvia nemorosa) is a hardy, compact perennial celebrated for its long-lasting and generous blooming period. It produces elegant violet flower spikes that rise above aromatic, oval, and dentate leaves, bringing a vibrant burst of colour to the garden from late spring through late summer. Ideal for naturalistic gardens, woodland sage thrives in sunny, well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant once established.
Sociability index: 1 to 2 → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.
Ecological Roles
Woodland sage is highly valued by pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other insects throughout summer with its abundant nectar. Its extended blooming period offers a reliable food source for pollinating wildlife. Growing woodland sage in ecological gardens or flower beds thus promotes biodiversity while adding colour and seasonal interest.
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Sowing and Growing
Technical Details
Seeds per packet: 75
Family: Lamiaceae
Scientific name: Salvia nemorosa
Life cycle: Perennial
Hardiness zone: 4
Soil type: Loamy
Soil moisture level: Medium
Soil - additional attributes: Well-drained.
Drought tolerance: Moderate
Light: Sun, part shade
Blooming: June to August
Spacing: 50 cm
Height: 75 cm
Deer resistance: High
Stratification: No
Scarification: Soaking
Germination time: 10 to 15 days
Sowing depth: 3 mm
Reproductive system: Self-fertile hermaphrodite