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Salvia ‘Raspberry Melba’

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1 Litre

3+ plants

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£30.00

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£45.00

£58.00

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9+ plants 

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Plant Description

This charming variety closely resembles the beloved Strawberry Melba, but stands out with a striking raspberry hue that creates a bold contrast on each petal. The unique blend of colours adds depth and vibrancy, making it a truly eye-catching addition to any garden.

Ideal for borders, beds, and mixed planting schemes, this salvia produces a harmonious trio of flower shades that evolve throughout the season. From the first blooms in early summer to the final flowers of autumn, the dynamic display ensures months of long-lasting colour and visual interest.

The interplay of soft and bright tones brings movement and life to your garden, creating a lively, radiant space that draws attention while complementing surrounding plants. Its compact yet abundant flowering habit makes it equally suited to smaller garden areas, patio containers, or larger perennial borders.

Perfect for gardeners looking to enhance their borders with season-long colour, this variety combines reliability, elegance, and a touch of drama. The evolving palette ensures that every glance at your garden reveals something new, making it a standout choice for anyone seeking a bold, beautiful, and pollinator-friendly addition to their planting scheme.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia ‘Raspberry Melba’

How do I prune Salvia ‘Raspberry Melba’?
Salvia ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’is prohibited without a licence
Salvia ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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 ‘Raspberry Melba’ 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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