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Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’

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Plant Description

Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ belongs to the resilient sylvestris family, showcasing lengthy purple flowers that grace your garden from early summer to late autumn. This hardy salvia is a low-maintenance choice, ideal for those new to gardening. While robust, it only requires protection in the event of very severe frost. Well-suited for both pots and borders, this variety acts as a charming attraction for bees and butterflies, thanks to its nectar-rich blossoms.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’

How do I prune Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’?
Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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 x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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 x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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 x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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.
Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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 x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ can be propagated from cuttings, seeds, or by division. Softwood cuttings can be taken in summer or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer; remove lower leaves, dip in rooting hormone, and plant in a moist, free-draining medium. Seeds can be sown indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, germinating at 18–22°C, and seedlings should be transplanted after the last frost. Clump-forming hardy salvias can be divided every 3–4 years in early spring or autumn.
Salvia x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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 x sylvestris ‘Viola Klose’ 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.

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