Salvia nemorosa 'Marvel Rose' - intenzív rózsaszín virágzású, tömör évelő zsálya

Salvia ‘Marvel Rose’ is a compact and extremely floriferous variety from the Lamiaceae family, valued for its dense spikes of deep pink flowers, which appear in great numbers and create a vibrant visual effect. This hardy perennial plant is ideal for borders, Mediterranean-themed gardens, rock gardens, and perennial arrangements, due to its small size and excellent drought and frost resistance.

🌸 Botanical features:

• A small-sized perennial plant, with compact growth and neat habit

• Height: 25–30 cm | Width: 30–35 cm

• Green-grey foliage, slightly aromatic, with a fine texture

• Flowers grouped in vertical flower clusters, of deep pink color, with a rich and decorative appearance

• Extended blooming: from May to July, with possibility of reblooming in August-September by cutting back spent stems

🌞 Growing conditions for Salvia ‘Marvel Rose’:

• Exposure: full sun – essential for maximum flowering and intense color

• Soil: well-drained, preferably sandy or rocky; tolerates poor soils

• Watering: moderate, with good drought tolerance once established

• Frost resistance: down to -20°C, ideal for gardens in temperate zones

• Ventilation: planting in well-ventilated places is recommended to prevent fungal diseases

🌿 Benefits and uses:

• Ideal for low borders, flower beds, rock gardens, or terrace pots

• A honey plant, attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Easily paired with other perennials: lavender, coneflower, feather grass, cranesbill

• Intense and stable color, excellent for contrast in pastel flower gardens

🛠️ Care and additional tips:

• Cut back dried flower stems to encourage a second bloom

• Light fertilization in spring – not a demanding plant

• Can be divided every 3–4 years for renewal and natural propagation

• Low maintenance, suitable also for beginner gardeners

Height including pot: approx. 30 cm

Note: The plant is sold with or without flowers, depending on the time of order preparation.