Salvia microphylla ‘Delice Aquamarine’
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Location: 29298: T3 L6
£3.99
| Variation Title | Price | Add to Cart Button | Stock | Quantity |
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| 9 cm | £ 3.99 | 57 |
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Description
Salvia ‘Delice Aquamarine’
Salvia ‘Delice Aquamarine’ is a captivating cultivar that adds a splash of cool, refreshing colour to the garden. This compact perennial sage typically grows to a height of 40-50 cm, forming a neat, bushy habit that makes it ideal for borders, containers, and mass plantings. Its soft green foliage provides an attractive backdrop for the striking floral display.
From early summer through to autumn, ‘Delice Aquamarine’ produces an abundance of elegant flowers, in a unique pale aquamarine blue colour, a rare and sought-after shade in the garden palette. This cool hue is particularly effective when paired with warmer-toned plants or used to create a serene, monochromatic scheme.
Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, this Salvia is notably drought-tolerant once established. It attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. ‘Delice Aquamarine’ combines beauty with low maintenance, offering long-lasting colour and a touch of Mediterranean charm to diverse garden styles.
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About the Family
Salvia, a vast and diverse genus in the sage family (Lamiaceae), enchants gardens and landscapes with its aromatic foliage and striking flower spikes. Comprising a wide range of species, from culinary herbs to ornamental perennials, Salvia is celebrated for its adaptability and aesthetic appeal.
Renowned for its aromatic leaves, Salvia includes well-known culinary herbs like common sage (Salvia officinalis), adding flavour to a variety of dishes. Beyond the kitchen, ornamental Salvia varieties steal the spotlight with their showy blooms in hues of blue, purple, red, and white. The distinctive, lipped flowers arranged in spikes create a visual feast and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Salvia’s versatility extends to various garden settings, from herb gardens to borders and containers. With a preference for well-drained soil and ample sunlight, these plants thrive in diverse climates.
Whether it’s the culinary allure of sage in the kitchen or the ornamental beauty of salvias gracing garden borders, this genus remains a favourite among gardeners. The ease of cultivation, coupled with its visual and fragrant delights, ensures that Salvia continues to hold a cherished place in horticulture, offering both practical and aesthetic rewards to enthusiasts world-wide.
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