Salvia 'Perpetual Purple'

Salvia nemorosa 'Perpetual Purple': Endless Violet Spires

Salvia 'Perpetual Purple' lives up to its name with waves of rich violet-purple flower spikes from late spring through fall. This compact, upright perennial maintains strong colour all season, with aromatic green foliage that stays neat and resists flopping. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds flock to its blooms, bringing vibrant life to sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and containers with ease.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 40–46 cm (16–18 in)
• Spread: 40–46 cm (16–18 in)
• Flower Colour: Deep violet-purple
• Flowering Period: Late spring to early fall (reblooming)
• Foliage: Aromatic medium-green leaves in tidy clumps
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerates dry to average conditions once established

Uses and Benefits: Salvia 'Perpetual Purple' is ideal for sunny borders, mass plantings, and containers, where its non-stop purple spires add height, colour, and pollinator value. Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, it thrives with minimal care, offering a reliable and dramatic accent from summer into fall.

Companion Plants: Pair with Coreopsis 'Sassy Saffron' for vibrant yellow contrast, Gaillardia 'Spintop Red' to echo warm sunset tones, and Festuca 'Elijah Blue' for cool, silvery-blue foliage that highlights its deep violet spikes beautifully.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then only as needed. Cut back spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming. In early spring, remove old stems to refresh new growth. Divide every 3–4 years to maintain vigour and compact form.

History: Part of the Bloomin’ Easy® perennial collection, 'Perpetual Purple' was selected for its exceptional flowering duration, deep colour, and neat, low-maintenance habit, bringing modern performance to a classic garden favourite.

Final Thoughts: With its rich violet blooms that just keep coming, Salvia 'Perpetual Purple' delivers effortless summer-to-fall impact, bringing life, colour, and elegance to gardens large and small.