Smokey-purple flowers bloom in whorls around green stems. The less common flowers appear in summer atop broad, soft-green, arrow-shaped leaves. Plants bloom for a long period, especially if deadheaded. Wonderful for the mixed border as plants soften edges and blend well with other textures.
Genus:
Salvia
Species:
verticillata
Cultivar:
Purple Rain
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Purple
Flower Time:
Mid season
Sun Exposure:
Sun
Soil Condition:
Average
Habit:
Mounded
Mature Height:
18-24"
Mature Spread:
18-30"
Special Uses:
Deer resistant
Cut flowers
Attracts butterflies
Fragrant
