Perennial sages are worth their weight in gold in ornamental borders, thanks to their summer-long displays of spiky, nectar-rich flowers. Salvia leucantha 'Purple Velvet' is a woody sage, bearing deep purple flowers on tall stems. The calyces have a distinctive downy appearance.
For best results grow Salvia leucantha 'Purple Velvet' in a sunny, sheltered spot in well-drained soil. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage flowers into mid-autumn. Mulch annually with well-rotted manure or garden compost. Salvia leucantha 'Purple Velvet' is only half hardy, so provide winter protection from autumn onwards.
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Salvia ‘Purple velvet’ and wildlife
Salvia ‘Purple velvet’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
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Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Salvia ‘Purple velvet’ poisonous?
Salvia ‘Purple velvet’ has no toxic effects reported.
