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Salvia Seeds - Blue Victory
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Salvia (Salvia Farinacea Blue Victory) - Growing Salvia seed is so rewarding. The butterflies and hummingbirds will love your xeriscape garden when you grow these beauties. Blue Victory Salvia drought tolerant plants are heavy blooming, compact and give a spectacular display of color.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
68 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
3 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches
Blue Salvia grows well in lean to average soil and prefers slightly dry soil that is well drained. Fertilize only as needed. They will bloom continuously in warm weather and survive light freezes. Afternoon shade is appreciated in very hot areas, and it prolongs the life of the plant which may last several years. In ideal conditions, plants may last up to 5 years. As an added benefit, Salvias are generally deer resistant!
Sow Salvia seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before last frost, or outside after danger of frost has passed. Do not cover the flower seeds since they need light to germinate. The seeds need continual moisture, and for the first year, water the plants to help them establish well. After establishment, mealcup sage will be quite resistant to drought. Clumps can also be divided in the spring.
Common Questions
Can I grow salvia in containers?
Yes, smaller varieties are great for containers.
Are salvias good as cut flowers?
Yes, they make excellent cut flowers.
Is salvia a good pollinator plant?
Yes, salvia attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.
Is salvia an annual or perennial?
Many varieties are annual and many varieties are perennial. The herb sage is a perennial salvia.
