Meadow Sage
Salvia pratensis
Perennial herbaceous sage with beautiful violet-blue flowers. Undemanding, drought-tolerant, attracts bees and butterflies. Perfect for borders, alpine gardens and cut flowers.
Stages of growth
Calendar in the garden
How to care
Spray once every 2-3 days
- •Soak seeds in warm water for 12 hours
- •Sow at a depth of 5-7 mm in peat tablets or light substrate
- •Maintain temperature of 18-20°C
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
Nice neighbors.
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(5)
Plant in open ground from late April to early June or in September. Sow seeds indoors in February-March. It's a perennial that can grow in the same location for 5-7 years.
No, it's a drought-tolerant plant. Adult plants need almost no watering, even during dry periods. Young seedlings need moderate watering 1-2 times a week until established.
Sunny or lightly shaded location. Prefers well-drained, light soil. Cannot tolerate waterlogging or heavy clay soil.
Cut back dried stems to 10-15 cm in autumn. Young plants can be mulched in harsh winters. Adult plants are hardy to -20°C.
By three methods: seeds, division of established clumps in spring or autumn, cuttings in summer. The simplest is autumn division of rooted patches.
Role in the garden
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