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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 through autumn. It is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, borders, containers, and pollinator friendly landscapes. Easy to grow in New Zealand conditions, this hardy salvia attracts bees and butterflies while delivering reliable performance and long lasting visual appeal.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku16463

How to grow Salvia 'Limelight' in NZ

Salvia 'Limelight' grows best in full sun with fertile well drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, then only during prolonged dry periods. Improve the soil with compost before planting and apply a balanced fertiliser in spring. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage repeat flowering and vigorous growth.

Salvia 'Limelight' care tips

Salvia 'Limelight' is low maintenance and benefits from light pruning after each flush of flowers to promote fresh growth. Water during extended dry weather and avoid wet soils through winter. Mulch lightly to retain moisture while keeping the crown clear. Feed annually in spring for the strongest flowering display.

Salvia 'Limelight' size, spacing, and growth rate

Salvia 'Limelight' typically grows 50 to 70 centimetres tall and 40 to 60 centimetres wide. Space plants about 50 centimetres apart to allow healthy airflow and full development. Growth is moderate, with plants quickly forming compact flowering clumps in favourable conditions.

Landscaping uses for Salvia 'Limelight'

Salvia 'Limelight' is ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, mass plantings, decorative containers, and pollinator gardens. It combines beautifully with ornamental grasses and other sun loving perennials while providing long lasting seasonal colour. The flowers attract beneficial insects and create an eye catching display throughout summer.

Why buy Salvia 'Limelight' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality plants that are carefully grown for outstanding garden performance. Every Salvia 'Limelight' is selected for health and vigour before dispatch so it arrives ready to thrive. Our experienced team provides expert advice, fast nationwide delivery, and dependable customer service.

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