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Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’

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Plant Description

Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ is a striking perennial salvia renowned for its rich, dark red blooms set against lush green foliage. Flowering from early spring through to autumn, it provides a long-lasting splash of colour that enhances borders, beds, and mixed perennial plantings.

This fragrant variety is highly versatile, blending beautifully with ornamental grasses and other perennials to create dynamic, textured garden displays. Its compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for both pots and borders, while its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Hardy and low-maintenance, Salvia ‘Royal Velours’ combines visual drama, fragrance, and ecological benefits, making it an elegant and reliable choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting beauty and pollinator-friendly appeal.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’

Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ should be left through the winter, as the dead wood protects them from frost. They can be pruned in early spring, and more vigorous varieties may be trimmed again around June.
Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ can be susceptible to aphids, capsid bugs, whitefly, sage leafhoppers, and glasshouse red spider mites. Additionally, fungal issues like grey mould (Botrytis) can develop in cool and damp conditions, especially during overwintering.
Water Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ regularly during dry spells, particularly newly planted ones. Established hardy salvias are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during prolonged hot periods. Avoid waterlogging, as it can cause root rot.
Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ require light feeding in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser or compost. Tender salvias benefit from fertilisation every 2–4 weeks during the growing season using a liquid feed for flowering plants. Over-fertilising should be avoided, as it can encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
Propagation of Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’is prohibited without a licence
Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ should be trimmed around April or May, a technique often called the “Chelsea Chop,” once new shoots start to appear. Cut back to the fresh growth, and continue deadheading throughout the season. Vigorous varieties can be pruned again in July to encourage bushier, greener plants rather than tall, woody stems. Salvias should not be cut back in autumn, as leaving the foliage intact helps protect the plant from frost.
Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ moderately drought-tolerant once established, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun. Tender salvias are less drought-tolerant and require more consistent watering.
Salvia microphylla ‘Royal Velours’ performs well in UK gardens if given full sun and free-draining soil. It’s hardy in most areas, flowers for months in summer and autumn, and suits borders or containers. Avoid winter wet and prune lightly in spring.

All our salvia plants are grown in our specialist nursery in Staffordshire, UK, using high-quality peat-free compost. This ensures that every salvia you buy from us is healthy, well-established, and of the highest quality. Buy salvias online in the UK with confidence, knowing our plants are sustainably grown and carefully nurtured for excellent garden performance. find out more here

For expert tips on growing and caring for Salvias, visit the Royal Horticultural Society’s guide to Salvias or check out lovethrgarden’s Salvia care advice. Explore the collection at Middleton Nurseries today and discover standout plants that bring lasting beauty to your garden.

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