‘Apex White’ Salvia
Salvia nemorosa 'Apex White' PPAF
This compact, well-branched herbaceous perennial produces abundant spikes of pure white flowers that rise above dense, fragrant, grayish-green foliage. The long-lasting blooms appear from late spring through summer and into fall, offering an extended season of interest. This low-maintenance plant is an excellent choice for sunny borders, mass plantings, or container gardens, attracting beneficial pollinators while deterring deer and rabbits with its aromatic leaves.
Type
Perennial
Height
12
-18
in
Width
12
-14
in
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Average; best in well-drained, moist, organically rich soil; tolerates some drought once established
Foliage Color
Grayish-green or deep green
Flower Color
White
Resists
Attracts
Design Use
Special Traits
Notes
Pruning: Remove spent flower heads (deadhead) to encourage continuous blooming throughout the season. The plant is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth.
Fertilizing: Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
Maintenance: A relatively low maintenance plant that performs well in heat and humidity.
Habitat: Thrives in average, well-drained soils; tolerates clay soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Wildlife: The fragrant foliage is generally unappealing to deer and rabbits.
Other: The flowers are excellent for cutting and use in arrangements.
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