Violet Sage 'Merleau Blue' (Salvia × superba 'Merleau Blue')

Overview

Salvia × superba 'Merleau Blue' (Merleau series) is a hybrid Violet Sage (Ornamental Meadow Sage, Balkan Clary, Perennial Woodland Sage) with intense, deep violet-blue flowers on strong, upright spikes. It forms a compact clump of wrinkled green leaves. Blooms in early summer, reblooming if deadheaded.

Taxonomy

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Species: × superba
• Cultivar: 'Merleau Blue' (Merleau series)

Culture

Full sun, well-drained soil, moderate water. Grows 18–24 inches tall. Hardy perennial (zones 4–8). Excellent for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. Attracts bees and butterflies.