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Perennial salvias make a great addition to mixed borders, bearing spiky, nectar-rich flowers throughout the summer months, and often into autumn.
Salvia patens 'Dot's Delight' bears masses of rich blue flowers on bushy plants with mid-green foliage, from midsummer to autumn. It's perfect for planting near a bench or path, where you can enjoy its pretty blooms, or in an informal, mixed, sunny border. The flowers are extremely attractive bees and other pollinators.
For best results grow Salvia patens 'Dot's Delight' in well-drained soil, in full sun. Plants may need protection in winter.
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Salvia ‘Dot's delight’ and wildlife
Salvia ‘Dot's delight’ 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 ‘Dot's delight’ poisonous?
Salvia ‘Dot's delight’ has no toxic effects reported.
