Botanical profile

Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'

Latin name
Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'
Common name
Noble Knight Sage
Type
Herbaceous perennial
Family
Lamiaceae

With its spectacular, continuous blooms, Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight' stands out for its neat, natural appearance. Ideal for adding rhythm to borders and flowerbeds, it adds a vibrant touch to the garden while requiring little maintenance. Its tolerance of harsh conditions, combined with its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, makes it a must-have perennial for gardeners seeking lasting beauty and biodiversity.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Repellent
Helps repel certain pests

Repellent

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Weak
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, Limestone
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
May to September
Flower color
Purple
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 inches (25 cm)
Width
24 inches (60 cm)
Growth rate
Average

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