Lepechinia salviae Chronicle Books partial shade is preferred

partial shade is preferred

Remove spent flower spikes to help extend the bloom period

We also stock Knautia arvensis which is very similar but with a lilac coloured flower

5 metres depending on soil moisture

as well as being a flower arrangers dream flower given the mosaic of colours in one flower as well as their longevity in a vase

Lepechinia salviae Chronicle Books partial shade is preferredAlso known as Pitcher Sage, this fabulous drought tolerant perennial is related to the salvia and has upward faced almost Penstemon like tubular flowers that are the most beautiful carmine papal purple. The stately flower spikes arise from a rosette of grey green foliage that has distinctive arrow shaped leaves that are very aromatic. Flowers are enjoyed by both bees and butterflies. Prune back old stems in autumn to the basal leaves. Flowering is