Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Perennial sages are well worth growing in ornamental borders, where their nectar-rich flowers will appear from mid- to late summer.
Salvia nemorosa ‘Crystal Blue’ bears tall spikes of sky blue flowers, contrasting with fragrant, veined, mid-green foliage. It’s perfect for planting in containers, or near a bench or path, where you can enjoy its pretty blooms and fragrant foliage. The flowers are extremely attractive bees and other pollinators.
For best results grow Salvia nemorosa ‘Crystal Blue’ in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage further blooms. Plants may need protection in extreme winters.
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Salvia ‘Crystal Blue’ and wildlife
Salvia ‘Crystal Blue’ is known for attracting bees and butterflies/moths. 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
Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Salvia ‘Crystal Blue’ poisonous?
Salvia ‘Crystal Blue’ has no toxic effects reported.