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Bumblesky Salvia

Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky'

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Overview

The Salvia nemorosa 'Bumblesky', commonly known as Bumblesky Salvia, is a charismatic perennial with vibrant violet-blue flowers. Its vertical spikes reach up to 14-16 inches tall and spread 16-18 inches wide, ideal for adding structure to garden borders. Hardy in zones 3-8, it flourishes in full sun and well-drained soil, blooming from late spring to early summer. Attracts pollinators, is drought-resistant, and deer resistant, enhancing its landscape appeal.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 3–8Type Perennial
Bumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — Its vertical spikes reach up to 14-16 inches tall and spread 16-18 inches wide
Bumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — commonly known as Bumblesky SalviaBumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — is a charismatic perennial with vibrant violet-blue flowers

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae

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Bumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — Its vertical spikes reach up to 14-16 inches tall and spread 16-18 inches wide
Bumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — commonly known as Bumblesky Salvia
Bumblesky Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Bumblesky') — is a charismatic perennial with vibrant violet-blue flowers

Photograph: Mike Peel ( www.mikepeel.net )., CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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