Perennials
Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'
Meadow Sage
Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel' has the largest flowers of any pink salvia nemorosa on the market. Deep rose blooms make a big impact in the landscape in spring and summer. Remove faded flowers to encourage repeat blooming. Very highly attractive to bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.
Additional:
Host plant for the following butterflies (nectar)-- American Lady, Cabbage White, Clouded Skipper, Cloudless Sulphur, Dun Skipper, Fiery Skipper, Giant Swallowtail, Gray Hairstreak, Gulf Fritillary, Monarch, Orange Sulphur, Orange-barred Sulphur, Peck’s Skipper, Sachem, Silver-Spotted Skipper, Spicebush Swallowtail, Zebra Longwing, Zabulon
Meadow Sage Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates drought. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
Height:10-12 Inches |
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Spread:10-12 Inches |
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Hardiness Zone:3 - 9 |
Characteristics & Attributes for Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'
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Great Companion Plants for Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'
Tickseed
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Similar Plants to Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'
Meadow Sage
(Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel')
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