Salvia 'Blue Hill'

How to grow Salvia 'Blue Hill' in NZ

Salvia 'Blue Hill' thrives in full sun with well drained soil and moderate moisture. It enjoys warmth and grows best when planted in spring once soils have begun to warm. Water regularly during establishment then reduce as the plant matures since it copes well with drier periods. It performs reliably in most NZ climates including coastal districts where drainage is good. With light feeding and strong sunlight Salvia 'Blue Hill' flowers prolifically through summer.

Salvia 'Blue Hill' care tips

Salvia 'Blue Hill' is low maintenance and responds well to seasonal trimming. Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering and prune lightly if the plant becomes open or leggy. Water during prolonged dry spells but avoid soggy conditions. A light fertiliser in spring enhances vigour and flower production. With straightforward care this perennial maintains tidy form and steady colour all season.

Salvia 'Blue Hill' size spacing and growth rate

Salvia 'Blue Hill' typically reaches 40 to 55 centimetres tall and 40 to 50 centimetres wide forming a rounded mound of fresh foliage. Space plants 40 to 50 centimetres apart to allow for natural shape and airflow. Growth is steady and flowering begins early in the warm season continuing with deadheading. Buyers can expect reliable performance in the first year with increasing fullness over time.

Landscaping uses for Salvia 'Blue Hill'

Salvia 'Blue Hill' brings soft blue colour and pollinator value to cottage gardens meadow style plantings perennial borders and patio containers. It pairs beautifully with roses catmint grasses and white or pink flowering companions. Plant in repeating groups for rhythm or mass plant for a ribbon of colour along pathways or garden edges. This variety delivers elegance calmness and movement to outdoor spaces.

Why buy Salvia 'Blue Hill' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying premium Salvia 'Blue Hill' plants grown for strength reliability and flowering quality. Our plants are well rooted healthy and packed carefully for nationwide delivery. Customers receive helpful guidance ensuring they achieve strong establishment and ongoing success. For dependable blue colour and pollinator friendliness Salvia 'Blue Hill' from The Plant Company is a superb garden choice.