Salvia, Mystic Spires Blue

Few Salvias can compete with the ever popular Indigo Spires for pure flower power but the newly introduced Mystic Spires may have an edge. The tall spikes of deep indigo flowers are born from late spring to frost on this vigorous yet compact growing perennial. A great addition to the garden world! Good drainage may be necessary to ensure winter survival in zone 7. An excellent choice that is compact enough for containers or the garden. Mystic Spires has excellent heat tolerance, loves the sun, and the dark blue flowers attract a variety of pollinators including bees, butterflies, and the occasional hummingbird. Salvias are considered the #1 plant for Hummingbirds with their tubular flowers designed for pollination by these amazing flyers. If your Salvia or Sage starts to look unkempt in mid to late summer consider giving it a light shearing or remove the spent flowering spikes to help promote new growth and flower production. An application of fertilizer at this time may also be beneficial in spurring flower production.