Salvia sclarea var. turkestanica ‘Vatican White’

Description

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Salvia ‘Vatican White’ is a biennial or short-lived perennial that captivates with its delicate yet striking blooms. The plant produces clusters of bracts in pure white, creating a lovely contrast that brightens any garden space. Features strong, aromatic leaves with a distinctive wrinkled texture, which adds visual interest and character to the plant. Flowering throughout late spring and into summer, it offers a long-lasting display of colour and fragrance.

Perfectly suited for pots and containers, giving a eye-catching display, where their beautiful hue and graceful growing habit can be fully appreciated. Whether placed on a patio or nestled within borders they are excellent performers, adding bright colour and scented foliage, it is sure to stand out and catch the eye, making it a striking highlight to any garden setting.

It’s attractive blooms not only add visual appeal but also draw in hummingbirds, bees and butterflies, contributing to a lively and dynamic garden environment. By providing a rich food source for these creatures, it plays an important role in supporting biodiversity and enhancing local ecosystems.

It’s beauty is sure to captivate and inspire, bringing a sense colour to any garden setting. This variety is perfect for both traditional cottage gardens and contemporary landscapes. It’s ease of growth and low-maintenance qualities make it an ideal choice for gardeners of all levels.

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Sow seeds from March to April in pots or seedling trays, spreading them evenly on the surface of moist compost, a light sprinkle of soil is all that’s needed to gently cover the seeds.

Once your seeds are sown, place the pots or trays in a warm, controlled environment such as a greenhouse or propagator, maintaining a consistent temperature between 20–22°C. This warm, humid environment will encourage the seeds to germinate.

Seedlings typically take 15-21 days to appear. During this time, monitor the compost to keep it moist, but avoid overwatering, which can cause the seeds to rot.

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Once your seedlings are established in pots/seedling trays, transplant them into larger pots to accommodate their growth. From end of May gradually acclimate them to cooler conditions by hardening them off over 7-10 days, allowing the plants to adjust to outdoor conditions. Before planting them outside, ensure the soil is sandy, well-drained, and the site receives full sun. Pinch out growing tip to encourage new bushy growth.

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