Salvia microphylla ‘Aphrodite’

Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ is a shrubby salvia, admired for its elegant pale-pink and white flowers that bring a sophisticated charm to gardens, borders, and patio containers. Flowering from early summer through to autumn, Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ provides months of delicate, long-lasting colour, making it a standout addition to both classic and contemporary planting schemes.

The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding movement and life to your garden. Its compact, bushy habit provides structure and elegance without overwhelming neighbouring plants, making Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ suitable for small gardens as well as larger herbaceous borders.

Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, this hardy salvia requires minimal maintenance, needing protection only in the face of very severe frost. Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ is drought-tolerant once established and delivers reliable garden performance, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Bred by Marc Vanlancker from Oudenaarde, Belgium, and introduced in 2019, Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ combines grace, pollinator appeal, and long-lasting floral beauty in one easy-to-grow perennial. Buy Salvia ‘Aphrodite’ in the UK from Middleton Nurseries and enjoy a refined, resilient plant that enhances borders, containers, and wildlife-friendly gardens.