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Salvia Nectar Purple

Nectar Purple™ Salvia

Salvia guaranitica ‘Black and Purple’ PP32027

Slightly smaller than Salvia Amistad, and sporting a white eye, Nectar Purple makes a stunning addition to our salvia line up. Heavy blooming from late spring until frost, beloved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, ideal in borders and containers.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
8a - 10b

mature dimensions

3-5′ high x 3′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 10b
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More About Nectar Purple™ Salvia

Bloom/Feature

New purple color of our favorite Nectar Blue. Early to bloom, dark black calyx with deep purple flowers. Full, rounded habit.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 10° to 20°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerance, Fall Blooming, Heat Tolerance, Returns Year After Year, Spreading Habit

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Moderate Feeder

Pruning

Not required; dead-heading promotes new growth

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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'Amistad' Salvia

Salvia hybrid ‘Amistad’ PP23578

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