East Friesland Salvia

Violet flower whorls, compact growth, deer resistant garden favorite

Botanical Name- Salvia East Friesland

Pronunciation- SAL-vee-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Violet

Bloom Time- Late spring - early summer

Companion Plants- Coreopsis 'Moonbeam' (upright violet vs airy yellow)

Fauna Attracted- Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP51A

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead often to promote rebloom; water moderately and fertilize sparingly.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back in late fall or early spring to rejuvenate.

Fertilization Instructions- Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can cause sprawling, weak growth.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Aphids, root rot