Salvia microphylla ‘Papajan’

Salvia microphylla ‘Papajan’ is a shrubby perennial salvia, admired for its standout salmon-pink flowers and long flowering season. Blooming freely from June until the first frost, Salvia ‘Papajan’ delivers months of vibrant colour, making it a perfect choice for borders, patio containers, and mixed perennial planting schemes.

Highly prolific, this variety attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Its neat, compact habit reaches around 60cm in height, providing structure and elegance without overwhelming neighbouring plants. Salvia ‘Papajan’ thrives in sunny positions with well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, making it low-maintenance and reliable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Well-suited for cultivation in pots, tubs, and herbaceous borders, this variety adds both colour and texture to garden spaces throughout the summer and autumn. Bred by Marc Vanlancker from Oudenaarde, Belgium, and introduced in 2019, Salvia microphylla ‘Papajan’ combines unique beauty, pollinator appeal, and enduring performance in one easy-to-grow perennial.

Buy Salvia microphylla ‘Papajan’ in the UK from Middleton Nurseries and enjoy a resilient, long-flowering salvia that brightens gardens and containers with its distinctive salmon-pink blooms.