‘Blue Marvel’ Salvia

Pruning: Cut back spent flower spikes (deadhead) to encourage continuous blooms throughout the season. The entire plant is best cleaned up in early spring before new growth begins.

Fertilizing: Fertilization is generally not needed; too much may result in a bushy plant with fewer flowers. A light, balanced fertilizer can be applied before spring growth.

Maintenance: A relatively low maintenance plant that is also heat and air-pollution tolerant, making it suitable for urban landscapes.

Habitat: Thrives in well-drained, even dry or gravelly, soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Wildlife: The fragrant foliage is typically avoided by browsing animals.

Other: The flowers are excellent for cutting and use in floral arrangements.