Salvia pratensis ‘Eveline’

Perennial Sage

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.468.390

The Perennial Sages are invaluable perennials for their rich display of spiky flowers in the early summer border. This midsized Dutch selection is well branched, with flowers of an unusual mauve-purple shade. Deadhead just below the spend heads to encourage repeat flowering. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. Selected by plantsman Piet Oudolf at his nursery in Hummelo, Netherlands. USPP#14905, CPBR#2674: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Salvia pratensis ‘Eveline’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Deep Pink
Mauve/Lilac

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
50-65 cm
20-25 inches

Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.