Lighthouse Purple Salvia

Intense deep plum purple spikes have a high impact of color all season. We planted these behind low growing flowers like petunias and zinnia making for a lovely mix of color. Very showy and easy to grow. 

30 seeds 

PLANTING

Annual 

Germination:  7-21 days

Seed Planting Depth:  Sow on surface, lightly press in

Starting Indoors:   Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-75 degree F soil temperature. Transplant into the garden after the last frost. Water seedlings regularly until established. 

Outside Sowing: After last frost, when soil is over 65 degrees F. Only in areas with long growing seasons.

Growth Habit: Columnar, upright

Height and Width:  24-30” x 10-12”

Spacing: 10-12" apart

Light Needs :  Full sun, light shade 

Soil Needs :  Average, well drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:  75 days

Uses:  Patio containers, bedding plants, established plants tolerate drought, low maintenance, long lasting color, deer resistant.

Care:  Mix compost into the soil at transplanting time.  Keep transplants watered regularly until established when it will tolerate drier conditions. Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer every few weeks. Blooms profusely and removing dead flowers keeps the plant looking fresh.