'Salvia - Amistad' Seeds
Salvia guaranitica
 
 ORGANIC 
 
Perennial 90 - 150cm
Extremely long flowering (all year round in warm climates)
Black and purple flower spikes
Bee, butterfly and bird attracting
Suits beds, borders and pots
Aromatic flowers and foliage
 
Salvia Amistad is a breathtaking perennial that brings a touch of royal drama to the garden. It features lush, mounding emerald-green foliage, topped continuously from spring through autumn with striking black spires. These dark, almost black calyxes burst with vibrant purple blooms, creating a deep, velvety haze across the entire plant. Designed for resilience, its lovely thick leaves are built to withstand the heat, making it an exceptionally hardy choice for Australian summers. This quick-to-establish variety is an excellent performer in garden beds or as a statement in large containers, offering a remarkably long blooming season.
 
These rugged plants require little and do so much. Plant into moderately fertile, to humus rich, well drained soil. Choose a sunny position (mine thrives in dappled sunlight under a tree) and water to establish, they become dry tolerant once they have settled in.
 
The aromatic foliage and abundant flowers attract bees, butterflies and birds.