Salvia 'Blue Hill' is a delightful herbaceous perennial known for its vibrant blue-violet flowers that form dense spikes, making it a standout in any garden. This compact variety, typically reaching heights of 12-18 inches, is a favorite among garden enthusiasts for its remarkable ability to draw pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its aromatic gray-green leaves not only enhance its visual appeal but also release a pleasant scent when touched. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, 'Blue Hill' is a versatile and low-maintenance addition to gardens and borders, offering a vibrant burst of color and a welcoming haven for beneficial insects.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
4 - 9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing |
18 in - 24 in |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance |
Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rabbit |
| Attracts |
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Salvia x sylvestris 'Blue Hill' ('Blauhugel' Sage) | Wood Sage 'Blue Hill', Salvia 'Blue Hill', Wood Sage 'Blauhugel', Salvia 'Blauhugel', Salvia nemorosa 'Blauhugel', Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Mound', Salvia x Superba 'Blauhugel' || Salvia 'Blue Hill' is a delightful herbaceous perennial known for its vibrant blue-violet flowers that form dense spikes, making it a standout in any garden. This compact variety, typically reaching heights of 12-18 inches, is a favorite among garden enthusiasts for its remarkable ability to draw pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its aromatic gray-green leaves not only enhance its visual appeal but also release a pleasant scent when touched. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, 'Blue Hill' is a versatile and low-maintenance addition to gardens and borders, offering a vibrant burst of color and a welcoming haven for beneficial insects.
Full Sun,
Summer,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Fragrant, Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs
