Salvia lyrata Purple Volcano
Hardy Perennial
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Flowers in first year
- Ideal for: Border, Containers
Description
Stunning mounds of deep purple foliage from which erupt deep purple stems, bursting with delicate white flowers.
Perfect for adding colour contrast to borders and containers.
Height 25-30cm (10-12 inches).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors at least 6-8 weeks before last frost |
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Sow on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays.
Lightly cover the seed with a sprinkle of fine grade vermiculite.
Keep at a temperature of between 18-21C (65-70F).
After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination.
Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 21-30 days.
When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays.
Growing Instructions
Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost 30cm (12in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
For best results, provide a light, well-drained soil in full sun.
