Salvia ‘African Sky’

Salvia ‘African Sky’ is a modern hybrid of S. chamelaeagnea from New Zealand, bringing delicate, pale blue flowers and a subtle fragrance to sunny gardens from early summer through to autumn. Its airy, upright flower spikes rise above aromatic green foliage, creating a light, graceful presence in borders, mixed perennial beds, or patio containers.

This long-flowering salvia is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding both beauty and life to wildlife-friendly planting schemes. Its tidy, bushy habit makes it easy to pair with other perennials, grasses, or vibrant foliage plants, while the soft blue blooms provide a cool, calming contrast to warmer-toned flowers.

Salvia ‘African Sky’ thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is relatively low-maintenance once established. While hardy in many parts of the UK, it benefits from light protection during severe frost to ensure strong return growth in spring. Deadheading spent blooms encourages extra flowering and keeps the display looking fresh.

For gardeners seeking a long-flowering, pollinator-friendly perennial with subtle colour and refined charm, Salvia ‘African Sky’ delivers effortless summer elegance, fragrance, and movement, making it a standout in both containers and borders.