West Coast Seeds
West Coast Seeds (Big Blue Salvia)
West Coast Seeds (Big Blue Salvia)
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Salvia longispicata x farinacea. This impressive Salvia was a show stopper in our field trials, with tall spikes of true blue flowers that attracted bumble bees and other bees from mid-summer to the first frost. It bloomed right into late October in our trials. The deep green foliage beneath the flowers is thick and lush and totally trouble free. Big Blue Salvia is an interspecific hybrid, and the first of its type to flower from seed in the first year. No deadheading or further care is needed. It performs best in full sun, but will tolerate dappled shade, and grows 60-90cm (24-36") tall in beds or large containers. Space the burly, drought tolerant plants 40-45cm (16-18") apart.
Annual - can be grown as a perennial with winter protection
| Latin Name | Salvia longispicata x farinacea |
| Difficulty | Easy but slow |
| Exposure |
Full sun – some afternoon shade is appreciated |
| Days to Sprout | 2-3 Weeks |
| Starting |
Sow seeds 3mm (1/8″) deep, and keep soil just moist, not wet. Thin to 40-45cm (16-18") apart. |
| Growing |
Prior to transplanting, work the soil to a depth of 30cm (12") to improve drainage. If transplanting to a container, add a quantity of grit or perlite to achieve the same end. |
Flowers the first year
Height to 90cm (36")
Works in large containers
Highly attractive to bees
