Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain'
Meadow Sage
USDA Hardiness Zone 5
Arching bloom spikes are lined with tufts of smoky purple flowers, creating an interesting affect. Gray-green foliage is heavily textured and broad. Leaning tendency of this plant lends itself to cascading over a low wall, or softening the edge of a sidewalk.
Height
15-18 Inches
Spread
24 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Interesting Notes
A cultivar of piet Oudolf. Proven Winners Variety.
Bloom Time
June-August
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Deadhead after bloom and they will quickly bounce back with more flowers. Drought tolerant once established. Consider the unpleasant foliage scent when situating.
When to Divide
spring or fall
Good Companions
Fall Aster (Aster ), Maiden Pinks (Dianthus deltoides), White Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Stonecrop (Sedum ), Little Blue Stem (Schizachryium scoparium), False Indigo (Baptisia ), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
| • | Hummingbirds |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Containers |
| • | Dried Flowers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Rabbit Resistant |
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Gray-Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
