Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel'
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Bright white flower spikes cover the upright, branching stems of Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel' from early summer, often producing a...
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Plant description
Bright white flower spikes cover the upright, branching stems of Salvia × sylvestris 'Schneehügel' from early summer, often producing a second flush into autumn when deadheaded.
This compact, herbaceous perennial has scented, rugged green foliage and a tidy, upright form, making it ideal for adding structure and vertical interest to beds, borders, and containers.
Its versatile nature suits Mediterranean, cottage, and formal garden styles, while its pollinator-friendly flowers are particularly attractive to bees. Perfect for coastal gardens, as a companion for ornamental grasses, or rose underplanting, this easy going plant is low maintenance once established and thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.
This compact, herbaceous perennial has scented, rugged green foliage and a tidy, upright form, making it ideal for adding structure and vertical interest to beds, borders, and containers.
Its versatile nature suits Mediterranean, cottage, and formal garden styles, while its pollinator-friendly flowers are particularly attractive to bees. Perfect for coastal gardens, as a companion for ornamental grasses, or rose underplanting, this easy going plant is low maintenance once established and thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Salvia × sylvestris Schneehügel:
When planting, incorporate compost to improve drainage and fertility, spacing plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart and watering thoroughly.
To keep the plant blooming throughout the season, promptly remove flower spikes as soon as they begin to fade - this deadheading encourages the plant to produce more flowers rather than putting energy into seed production.
In early spring, apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and provide essential nutrients as it breaks down. Ensure the mulch is spread evenly, but keep it away from the stems to prevent rot.
Regular watering, particularly in dry spells, will help maintain healthy growth, but be careful not to waterlog the soil, as this salvia prefers well-drained conditions.
To keep the plant blooming throughout the season, promptly remove flower spikes as soon as they begin to fade - this deadheading encourages the plant to produce more flowers rather than putting energy into seed production.
In early spring, apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and provide essential nutrients as it breaks down. Ensure the mulch is spread evenly, but keep it away from the stems to prevent rot.
Regular watering, particularly in dry spells, will help maintain healthy growth, but be careful not to waterlog the soil, as this salvia prefers well-drained conditions.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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