Salvia 'Back to the Fuchsia'
salvia
A striking and easy-to-grow perennial with strong, early summer garden colour, this compact ornamental sage puts out bold fuchsia pink...
9cm pot
£11.99
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
A striking and easy-to-grow perennial with strong, early summer garden colour, this compact ornamental sage puts out bold fuchsia pink flower spikes that contrast cleanly with dark, almost black stems.
It flowers prolifically from early summer and can be encouraged to bloom again with a light trim after the first flush. The aromatic, wavy-edged foliage forms tidy mounds, making it ideal for adding structure to sunny borders, gravel planting schemes or wildlife-friendly spaces.
Salvia 'Back to the Fuchsia' thrives in full sun and well-drained, sandy or gritty soils, where it performs reliably with little fuss. It’s drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and highly attractive to bees and butterflies.
It flowers prolifically from early summer and can be encouraged to bloom again with a light trim after the first flush. The aromatic, wavy-edged foliage forms tidy mounds, making it ideal for adding structure to sunny borders, gravel planting schemes or wildlife-friendly spaces.
Salvia 'Back to the Fuchsia' thrives in full sun and well-drained, sandy or gritty soils, where it performs reliably with little fuss. It’s drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and highly attractive to bees and butterflies.
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
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Salvia Back to the Fuchsia:
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. A supplementary granular fertiliser (such as the mineral based Growmore) is advised in the early part of the season, once the plant begins to sprout.
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.
Finally, consider providing some protection in exposed or colder regions of the UK by covering with a double layer of horticultural fleece or dry mulch (bark chippings/ composted pine needles) to insulate the roots, or by using a cloche to protect the plant against hard frosts.
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. A supplementary granular fertiliser (such as the mineral based Growmore) is advised in the early part of the season, once the plant begins to sprout.
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.
Finally, consider providing some protection in exposed or colder regions of the UK by covering with a double layer of horticultural fleece or dry mulch (bark chippings/ composted pine needles) to insulate the roots, or by using a cloche to protect the plant against hard frosts.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
