An elegant half-hardy annual with spires of purple-lavender blooms that bring vertical structure and long-lasting colour to beds and borders. Compact, drought tolerant and adored by pollinators — a summer staple for both cottage gardens and cut flower growers.
 
When to sow: Mar - Apr
 
HOW TO SOW  SALVIA FARINACEA:
Sow indoors. Surface sow onto seed compost - do not cover as they need light to germinate. Ideal temperature 18–24°C (minimum 18°C). Keep moist but avoid damping off. Prick out seedlings when large enough to handle. Grow on and acclimatise when all risk of frost has passed.
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Expert Level: Easy to grow
Germination time:3–4 weeks
Flowering Time:Jun–Oct
 
Site: Full sun
Soil Type: Sand/Loam
Soil Acidity: Alkaline/Neutral/Acid
Moisture: Well-drained
Care: Requires full sun to do well. Pinch out growing tips when plants reach 15 cm to encourage bushy growth. Water freely once established, feed monthly and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.  Deadhead regularly.
 
Use: Cut flowers/Borders/Containers
Vase Life: 3- 5  days 
Height:40–60 cm
Plant Spacing:  15–30 cm