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Hardy perennial
Lamiaceae
Perennials
Salvia ‘Bumbleberry’
Woodland Sage
Salvia 'Bumbleberry': 30 cm high and 35 cm wide, full sun exposure. Pink, fuchsia flowers in June-July. Zone 3; choose a soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
Discover the plant
Common nameSalvia ‘Bumbleberry’
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusSalvia
Specieswooded
CultivarBumbleberry
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameWoodland Sage
Salvia nemorosa 'Bumbleberry', known in the garden as Perennial Salvia 'Bumbleberry', combines pink and fuchsia blooms with a size that is easy to place in a composition. The foliage has green hues, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-July. Its size of 30 cm by 35 cm reserves a place for it at the front of borders and rock gardens, without forgetting the space for its neighbors.
Soil choice is essential for Perennial Salvia 'Bumbleberry': well-drained, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown. The preferred exposure is full sun. After planting Perennial Salvia 'Bumbleberry', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, let the surface dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during mild spells. A margin corresponding to its spread of 35 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 3, to be appreciated according to your garden's conditions.
Maintenance of Perennial Salvia 'Bumbleberry' primarily relies on observing the clump: cut spent flower spikes above healthy basal foliage; the extent of reblooming depends on selection and climate. Sufficient light and well-drained soil help border salvias maintain strong stems. For pairings, consider catmints, yarrows, upright sedums in varieties with similar needs. By composing around its volume of 30 cm by 35 cm, you will preserve the visibility of its blooms (June-July) and circulation between plants.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
13.8 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw, or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the cold weather sets in.
Propagation
Stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Perennial Salvia ‘Bumbleberry’: Spring after the thaw, or early fall, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. After planting Perennial Salvia ‘Bumbleberry,’ water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once rooted, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during warm spells. Sufficient light and well-drained soil help border salvias maintain strong stems.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
After planting perennial Salvia ‘Bumbleberry’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and ensure good drainage, especially during mild spells.
Soil type
Draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to medium after establishment; prioritize drainage
Seasonal care
Perennial salvia ‘Bumbleberry’: deadhead spent flower spikes to healthy basal foliage; rebloom depends on selection and climate. During its flowering period (June-July), also look for damaged stems and neighboring plants that may be shading the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to the adult plant's development.
To try Salvia 'Bumbleberry' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suited to the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan for winter protection for the container depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
12 inches (30.5 cm)
Width / spread
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June-July
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for Perennial Salvia 'Bumbleberry': catmint, yarrow, upright sedum. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around ‘Bumbleberry’ Perennial Sage, especially avoid neighboring plants that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Perennial Sage 'Bumbleberry'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (well-draining, rather light; avoid waterlogged areas around the collar). Sufficient light and well-draining soil help border salvias maintain strong stems.
Where should I plant Salvia nemorosa 'Bumbleberry'?
Expect a height of around 30 cm and a width of 35 cm at maturity. Allow about 35 cm between centers, adjusting based on the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use as a foreground in borders and rockeries.
When does Salvia nemorosa 'Bumbleberry' bloom?
The indicated period is June-July. The color palette of the flowers is pink, fuchsia. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and when the plant was installed.
How to water and care for Perennial Sage 'Bumbleberry'?
After planting Salvia ‘Bumbleberry’, water thoroughly to deeply moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. Cut spent spikes above the healthy basal foliage; the extent of reblooming depends on the selection and climate.
Can you grow Salvia 'Bumbleberry' in a pot?
To try Salvia ‘Bumbleberry’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriate for the root ball and its future spread (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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