Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland'

Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland' is a compact and easy-to-grow herbaceous perennial that produces stunning deep purple flowers on tall, erect stems in summer. The richly-coloured flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any wildlife garden. This hardy plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and is relatively low maintenance, making it ideal for beginner gardeners or those with limited time.

Why we like it:

• Attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, helping to support local biodiversity.
• Adds a splash of vibrant colour to the garden in summer, when many other flowers may have finished blooming.
• Low maintenance and easy to grow, making it a great choice for beginners or those with limited time for gardening.

What to know:

• Salvia 'East Friesland' prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and may struggle in heavy, waterlogged soils.
• It is drought tolerant once established, but regular watering will help to promote healthy growth and flowering.
• Deadheading spent flowers can encourage the plant to produce more blooms throughout the summer.
• Cut back old growth in late autumn or early spring to promote fresh new growth the following season.
• Salvia 'East Friesland' typically flowers from June to September.

Height and Spread:

• When fully grown, Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland' reaches a height of around 50-60cm, with a spread of around 30-40cm.