Salvia 'Amistad'
Best vibrant bloomer for attracting pollinators.
This hybrid salvia offers a spectacular, long-lasting display of dark purple flowers, making it a hummingbird and butterfly magnet. It grows rapidly into a large, impressive clump, providing continuous color from summer through frost. While it thrives in full sun and tolerates drought, its beauty makes it a worthwhile annual in colder climates.
$22.00
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Plant Delights Nursery
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting, consistent floral beauty throughout the seasons.
- Wildlife enthusiasts and eco-conscious individuals supporting local biodiversity.
- Busy gardeners desiring resilient, easy-care plants with dramatic visual impact.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in colder regions expecting perennial performance without extra effort.
- Homeowners with compact gardens or limited planting space.
- Gardeners with predominantly shady garden areas.
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A premier choice for drawing hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early summer until the first frost.
Growth Vigor
Rapidly fills garden space with a substantial, eye-catching architectural presence.
Environmental Resilience
Handles deer pressure and dry spells with impressive, low-maintenance ease.
Winter Hardiness
Limited to warmer climates, requiring annual replacement in colder regions.
Versatility
Adapts beautifully to both container arrangements and expansive landscape massing.
Key Specs
Zones
8a to 10b
Height
3.5 feet
Spread
7 feet
Culture
Full Sun
Watering Needs
Medium
Bloom Time
Summer, Fall
Flower Color
Purple, Multicolor
Foliage Type
Semi-Evergreen
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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