Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens' - 2026

Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens' is a compact, woody perennial with aromatic grey-green foliage tinged with purple and upright spikes of pale purple flowers. Blooming from late spring into summer, it provides long-lasting colour and structure in herb gardens, borders, and wildlife-friendly plantings. The nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies, adding ecological value, while the aromatic foliage can be harvested for culinary use. Its tidy, bushy habit makes it ideal for mixed borders, container plantings, or low-maintenance herb gardens.

It thrives in full sun in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and is low-maintenance, benefiting from occasional trimming to encourage fresh growth and maintain shape. Non-native to the UK, it is valued for its decorative foliage, extended flowering period, and versatility as both an ornamental and culinary plant.