Perennial salvia 'Lyrical Blues' (Salvia nemorosa 'Lyrical Blues')

Sauge vivace ‘Lyrical Blues’ — Salvia nemorosa
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Perennial salvia 'Lyrical Blues' (Salvia nemorosa 'Lyrical Blues')

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Common namePerennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusSalvia
Speciesnemorosa
CultivarLyrical Blues
Plant typePerennial
Botanical nameWoodland sage

Salvia nemorosa ‘Lyrical Blues’, known in the garden as Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’, combines purple and plum-toned blooms with an easy-to-place volume in your composition. The foliage has shades of green, best highlighted among different textures. The typical flowering period is June-August. At maturity, expect 61 cm in height and 61 cm in width, which suggests its use in the middle of a flowerbed and in group plantings.

Soil choice is essential for Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’: well-drained, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown. The preferred exposure is full sun. After planting Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during mild spells. Keep 61 cm as a general spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and allows access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 4, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.

To maintain the appeal of Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’ after flowering, cut back spent spikes above healthy basal foliage; the extent of reblooming depends on the selection and climate. Sufficient light and well-drained soil help border salvias maintain strong stems. For companion planting, consider catmint, yarrow, and upright sedums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (June-August) and the spread of 61 cm will serve as benchmarks for arranging other plants around this one.

In the garden

Exposure
Sun
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 4

Planting guide

Planting & establishment

Spacing / density

Approximately 61 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump.

Planting period

Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.

Propagation

Stem cuttings. Seedlings do not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.

Growing method

Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’: In spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. After planting Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. Sufficient light and well-draining soil help border salvias maintain strong stems.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Moisture

Low to medium after establishment; priority drainage

Care level

Easy

Drought tolerance

Yes

Watering

Weak

Soil type

Well drained, Limestone

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Seasonal care

Perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues’: cut spent flower stalks above healthy basal foliage; the extent of reblooming depends on the selection and climate. During its flowering period (June-August), also monitor for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.

Container growing

Container growing

Recommended pot size

A stable and perforated container, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to adult development.
To try ‘Lyrical Blues’ Salvia in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (61 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Sauge vivace ‘Lyrical Blues’ — Salvia nemorosa

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

24 inches (61 cm)

Width / spread

24 inches (61 cm)

Flower color

Blue

Foliage color

Green

Growth rate

Fast

Growth habit

Erected

Fragrance

Not documented for this selection

Bloom period

June-August
Sauge vivace ‘Lyrical Blues’ — Salvia nemorosa

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Recommended companion plants for perennial Salvia 'Lyrical Blues': catmints, yarrows, upright sedums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.

Plants to avoid

Around perennial Salvia ‘Lyrical Blues,’ especially avoid neighbors 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.

Garden use

Perennial Salvia 'Lyrical Blues' fits well in the middle of a flower bed and in group plantings. Its mature size of 61 cm (24 in.) high by 61 cm (24 in.) wide allows for planning pathways and foreground plants. Repeat clusters if you want the blooms (June-August) to be more noticeable; ensure enough space for the foliage to develop without being compressed.

Garden inspiration

Compose a scene around Salvia nemorosa 'Lyrical Blues' with catmint, yarrow, and upright sedum. Its green foliage provides the visual link between the blooms. Position the clump according to its exposure (sun) and allow 61 cm so that its design remains legible at maturity.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Where to plant Perennial Sage 'Lyrical Blues'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown). Sufficient light and draining soil help border salvias maintain strong stems.
Where should I plant Salvia 'Lyrical Blues'?
Expect a height and spread of around 61 cm at maturity. Space plants approximately 61 cm on center, adjusting according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group plantings.
When does Salvia nemorosa 'Lyrical Blues' bloom?
The period indicated is June-August. The flower color palette is violet, purple. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Perennial Salvia 'Lyrical Blues'?
After planting Salvia nemorosa 'Lyrical Blues', water thoroughly to moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during warm spells. Cut spent flower spikes above healthy basal foliage; the extent of reblooming depends on the cultivar and climate.
Can ‘Lyrical Blues’ Salvia be grown in a pot?
To try 'Lyrical Blues' perennial sage in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (61 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.

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