Salvia hybrida Amistad is a standout perennial known for its tall spires of deep purple flowers with almost black calyxes, creating a rich, dramatic display from early summer right into autumn. The long, tubular blooms are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, while the upright habit brings height, movement and a bold accent to borders. Amistad is perfect for cottage gardens, naturalistic planting and mixed perennial schemes, where it pairs beautifully with grasses and warm toned summer flowers. It is reliable, showy and brings real presence to sunny areas.
Sunlight position:
Full sun or partial shade
Eventual height and spread:
Height 100 cm, Spread 60 cm
Soil type:
Moist but well drained soil
This plant is supplied as a young perennial plug around 3 to 5 cm in size. These smaller plants grow on quickly once planted and usually take around eight to twelve weeks to reach the size of a typical 9 cm growers pot. When your young plant arrives, unpack it straight away, water gently, and place it in a bright, sheltered spot for a short time while it settles. Plant out or pot on as soon as possible, keeping the soil moist while the roots establish. Once settled, it will grow into a healthy
