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Salvia hybrid 'Amistad'
Salvia: Patent PP 23578
- » More compact with a fuller habit than other guaranitica types
- » A magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds
- » Blooms constantly from early spring to frost
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:Southern Living® Plant Collection
- Hardiness Zone:8B-11
- Height:3-4 ft
- Spread:3 ft
- Bloom Color: Purple
- Foliage Color: Green
Availability not guaranteed; for informational purposes only.
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Blooms all Season |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Additional Information about Salvia hybrid 'Amistad'
Dark purple flowers with nearly black calyx bloom constantly from early spring until frost. Amistad is more compact and has a fuller habit than other guaranitica types. Flowers are a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Salvia hybrid 'Amistad'
Water before planting.
Dig hold 2X the width of pot.
Plant 1-2” above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
Water and add more soil if needed.
Mulch 1-2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.