Amethyst sage
Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst'
RHS AGM 1996
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12+ inches wide
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Amethyst' sage (Salvia nemorosa 'Amethyst') is a clumping perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the fragrant flowers from early to late summer. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. It also tolerates drought, so it suits low care beds.
Pairs well with Little bluestem, Garden phlox, and Amsonia.