Salvia 'Rose Marvel' - Woodland Sage
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Woodland Sage
Scientific name: Salvia 'Rose Marvel'
Flower color: Vibrant pink
Mature height: 0.50–0.70 m
Mature width: 0.45–0.60 m
Habit: Bushy, upright and structured
Flowering period: July to October
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Moderate, regular during growth period
Soil type: Well-drained, tolerant of poor soils
Hardiness zone: Zone 5 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent, once established
Pollinator-friendly plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Light pruning in spring encourages a compact shape and denser flowering. Regularly remove spent flowers to extend the blooming period until the first frosts.
Water moderately during the growing season; this sage tolerates drought well once established. Well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rot. A light mulch helps retain moisture during dry periods.
Ideal for borders, sunny beds, butterfly gardens, and natural landscapes, this vigorous sage offers abundant and prolonged flowering while remaining easy to care for and low-maintenance.