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Salvia ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’

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1 Litre

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Plant Description

An exceptional and rarely offered Salvia with a striking and distinctive appearance. ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ forms neat, bushy plants topped with elegant spikes of large, soft lilac-pink flowers held in contrasting dusky purple calyces. The blooms are beautifully arranged along dark stems, creating a refined and eye-catching display throughout summer. Flowering freely over a long season, it’s ideal for adding colour and texture to sunny borders or patio pots. Like many Salvias, it attracts bees and butterflies and benefits from regular deadheading to encourage repeat blooms.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’

How do I prune Salvia ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’?
Salvia ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’is prohibited without a licence
Salvia ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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 ‘I Cavalieri del Tau’ 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.

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