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salvias for shade

Looking to brighten up those tricky shaded parts of your garden? Salvias for shade are an excellent solution for New Zealand gardeners seeking colour, interest, and pollinator-friendly plants in lower-light spots. While many salvias thrive in full sun, there are select varieties that tolerate or even flourish in partial shade, bringing their characteristic vibrant blooms and aromatic foliage to those less sunny corners. With their long flowering seasons and low maintenance requirements, salvias for shade deliver year-round benefits and beauty.

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Salvia 'African Sky'

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Salvia 'African Sky' is a stunning perennial valued for its masses of vivid sky blue flowers that bloom over a long season from spring through autumn. Its upright growth, aromatic foliage, and ability to attract bees and birds make it an excellent choice for New Zealand gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Salvia 'Wendy's Wish'

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Salvia 'Wendy's Wish' is a spectacular perennial admired for its vibrant pink flowers and aromatic green foliage that provide colour from late spring until autumn. It is an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, containers, and pollinator friendly landscapes.

From $27.53

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Salvia 'Riverton Red' plant with elegant red flowers and lush, green leaves.
Salvia 'Riverton Red'

Salvia 'Riverton Red' is a striking perennial prized for its vivid red flower spikes that bloom reliably from spring through autumn. This hardy, sun...

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Salvia 'Aztec Blue' plants with elegant blue flowers above green foliage.
Salvia 'Aztec Blue'

Salvia 'Aztec Blue' is an eye catching perennial admired for its bold cobalt blue flower spikes that bloom heavily from late spring through autumn in...

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Shadecloth - 50% Shade

This shade cloth which is also used as garden windbreak, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 50%. Therefore, 50% of the wind or light will still...

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Shadecloth - 70% Shade

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

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Salvia uliginosa

Salvia uliginosa (Bog Sage) is a graceful perennial admired for its masses of sky blue flowers that appear over a long flowering season. The airy...

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Salvia 'Glare' plant with white flowers.
Salvia 'Glare'

Salvia 'Glare' is an herbaceous perennial that produces masses of showy, white flowers from spring until autumn. It grows to 70 cm tall and 1 m wide...

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Salvia chamaedryoides plant with blue flowers and grey-green foliage.
Salvia chamaedryoides

Salvia chamaedryoides (Oak Sage) is a beautiful evergreen perennial admired for its silvery grey foliage and brilliant blue flowers that bloom over a...

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Salvia 'Velocity Blue' blue flowers above lush, green foliage.
Salvia 'Velocity Blue'

Salvia 'Velocity Blue' is an exceptionally high performing salvia known for its vivid cobalt blue flower spikes that bloom continuously from late...

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Salvia Purple Glow with purple flowers and lush green foliage.
Salvia 'Purple Glow'

Salvia 'Purple Glow' is a vibrant perennial that produces masses of rich purple flowers over a long season above aromatic foliage. It is perfect for...

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Salvia 'Sallyfun White'

Salvia 'Sallyfun White' is a compact perennial admired for its elegant white flower spikes and aromatic green foliage that provide colour from late...

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Salvia 'Sallyfun Sky Blue' white and blue flowers above lush, green foliage.
Salvia 'Sallyfun Sky Blue'

Salvia 'Sallyfun Sky Blue' is a standout perennial known for its abundant soft sky blue flower spikes that bloom from late spring right through...

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Salvia 'Amante' plant with dark pink flowers and lush, green foliage.
Salvia 'Amante'

Salvia 'Amante' is a spectacular perennial prized for its vivid magenta-red flowers and dark burgundy stems. Flowering from spring through autumn, it...

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Salvia 'Purple'

Salvia 'Purple' (Purple Sage) is a beautiful flowering perennial prized for its vibrant purple blooms and long flowering season. This attractive...

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Salvia 'Merleau Blue' plant in a garden with blue flowers and green foliage.
Salvia 'Merleau Blue' (Blue Sage)

Salvia 'Merleau Blue' is a compact perennial admired for its prolific deep blue flower spikes that appear from late spring through autumn in New...

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Salvia 'Sallyfun Blue Emotion' plant with masses of blue flowers.
Salvia 'Sallyfun Blue Emotion'

Salvia 'Sallyfun Blue Emotion' is a long flowering perennial admired for its deep violet blue flower spikes that appear continuously from late spring...

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Salvia 'Blue Hills' plants with blue flowers in a cottage garden.
Salvia 'Blue Hill'

Salvia 'Blue Hill' is a compact perennial celebrated for its beautiful sky blue flower spikes that appear repeatedly from early summer into autumn in...

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Salvia 'Silver Sabre'

Salvia 'Silver Sabre' is an attractive perennial valued for its striking silvery foliage and long lasting flower display from late spring through...

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Salvia 'Victoria'

Salvia 'Victoria' is a striking perennial that produces tall spikes of vibrant flowers above aromatic green foliage from late spring through autumn...

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Salvia officinalis 'Purpurea'

Salvia officinalis 'Purpurea' (Purple Sage) is an attractive evergreen herb prized for its aromatic purple tinged foliage and beautiful mauve blue...

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Salvia 'La Siesta'

Salvia 'La Siesta' is a vibrant perennial admired for its masses of colourful flowers and long flowering season. This attractive plant brings energy...

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Salvia 'Azure Snow'

Salvia 'Azure Snow' is an elegant perennial that produces beautiful white flowers with soft blue tinges above aromatic foliage from late spring...

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Salvia 'Limelight' plants with purple flowers and lime-green leaves in a garden.
Salvia 'Limelight'

Salvia 'Limelight' is a colourful perennial grown for its vibrant flower spikes and aromatic foliage that provide months of colour from late spring...

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Salvia 'Blue Victory' blue flowers above lush, green foliage.
Salvia 'Blue Victory'

Salvia 'Blue Victory' is a striking perennial valued for its strong upright spikes of deep blue flowers that bloom from late spring well into autumn...

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Salvia 'Mirage Hot Pink'

Salvia 'Mirage Hot Pink' is a compact perennial that produces masses of vivid hot pink flowers above aromatic foliage from late spring through...

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Salvia 'So Cool Violet'

Salvia 'So Cool Violet' is a compact perennial that produces masses of vibrant violet flowers above aromatic foliage from late spring through autumn...

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Stunning, dark blue flowers on Salvia 'Blue Angel].
Salvia 'Blue Angel'

Salvia 'Blue Angel' is a beautiful perennial known for its soft blue flower spikes that appear generously across summer and autumn in New Zealand...

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Salvia 'Rose Sensation'

Salvia 'Rose Sensation' is a beautiful perennial that produces masses of soft rose pink flowers above aromatic foliage from late spring through...

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Salvia 'Snow Hill'

Salvia 'Snow Hill' is a beautiful perennial valued for its elegant white flower spikes and aromatic foliage that provide months of colour from late...

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Large Salvia leucantha plant with purple flowers and green foliage.
Salvia leucantha

Salvia leucantha (Mexican Sage Plant) is a spectacular perennial known for its velvety purple and white flower spikes that create a stunning display...

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Salvia 'Chiffon' (Chiffon Sage)

Salvia 'Chiffon' is a beautiful flowering perennial that produces masses of soft coloured blooms over a long season. Its compact growth, attractive...

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Salvia 'African Sky'

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Why Choose Salvias for Shade?

Salvias are renowned for their resilience and versatility, but not all varieties require full sun. Salvias for shade are especially valuable for gardens with dappled light, beneath deciduous trees, or on the southern side of the house where sunlight is limited. These varieties tend to have softer foliage and the ability to produce abundant flowers even with less direct light, making them perfect for extending colour into areas where other flowering perennials struggle. By choosing the right salvias, you’ll attract bees and butterflies, add interesting texture with aromatic leaves, and enjoy minimal fuss gardening.

Top Salvias for Shade-Tolerant Gardens

When selecting salvias for shade, consider those known for adaptability and robust performance in filtered light. Some popular options include:

Tips for Growing Salvias in Shade

When planting salvias for shade, aim for areas that receive at least 3–4 hours of indirect or dappled sunlight. Salvias dislike heavy, soggy soils, so ensure good drainage and improve your soil structure with compost before planting. Water regularly in the first season, then reduce as plants become established—overwatering can be more hazardous in shade. Deadhead faded flowers to encourage further blooms, and prune in late winter or early spring to promote bushy, healthy growth.

Salvias for shade are ideal companions for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or underplanting beneath deciduous trees and shrubs. Mix them with foliage plants and other shade-loving perennials for a wildlife-friendly display with months of colour.

Bring Low-Light Areas to Life

With the right salvia selection, even the shadiest garden corners can become highlights. Explore our range of Salvia Glare, Salvia 'Velocity Blue', Salvia farinacea Victoria (Mealy Cup Sage), Salvia Amistad, and Salvia Caradonna and transform your shaded spaces into colourful, low-maintenance retreats.

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