Description

Violet Queen Salvia Seeds from Botanical Interests produce beautiful, continuous violet blooms that last from summer to frost. This drought-tolerant, perennial variety is perfect for garden beds and mixed with colorful annuals. With its lovely scent and ability to attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators, 'Violet Queen' is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to create a vibrant, eco-friendly space. The ¾” flowers cluster along upright stems, making it ideal for bouquets and table arrangements. Grown in full sun to part shade, it thrives in USDA zones 3–9 and is deer-resistant, ensuring a low-maintenance, stunning garden display.

Botanical Name: Salvia x superba
Family: Lamiaceae
Native: Unknown
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3–9
Plant Dimensions: 24″ tall and wide
Variety Information: ¾” violet flowers clustered along upright stems (terminal racemes) that rise above plant foliage
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Bloom Period: Blooms summer to frost
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant

When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–80°F.
Days to Emerge: 10 – 15 Days
Seed Depth: Barely cover
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18″ – 24″
Thinning: When 1″ tall, thin to 1 every 18″ – 24″

Special Care: Deadhead often (remove spent blossoms) to prolong bloom period.

110 seeds.