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Position

Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Front, middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
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 'Lubecca' bears tall spikes of violet-purple blooms, contrasting with fragrant, veined, mid-green foliage. It's perfect for planting 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 'Lubecca' in well-drained soil in full sun. Plants may need protection in extreme winters.

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Salvia ‘Lubecca’ and wildlife

Salvia ‘Lubecca’ 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
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Salvia ‘Lubecca’ poisonous?

Salvia ‘Lubecca’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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