Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus' is a compact and striking perennial that delivers a vibrant splash of colour to any garden. Its dense, upright spikes of deep indigo flowers rise above neat clumps of aromatic foliage, creating a solid, eye-catching block of colour from early summer. A brilliant choice for cottage-style borders, wildlife-friendly gardens, and patio containers, this hardy salvia makes a standout feature toward the front of beds and borders. Easy to care for and long flowering, Salvia 'Marcus' is a reliable favourite with pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies while resisting deer and rabbits. Trim back spent blooms in midsummer to encourage a fresh flush of flowers. This versatile plant thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil and is highly drought tolerant once established – perfect for low-maintenance planting schemes that still deliver high impact. How to Grow: Light: Prefers full sun for best flower production. Temperature: Hardy perennial; protect in very harsh winters. Watering: Water regularly until established, then drought tolerant. Feeding: Light feed in spring; too much feed may reduce flowering. Humidity: Prefers moderate conditions with good airflow. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e. g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied. Features: Deep indigo flower spikes for vibrant summer colour Compact habit – ideal for borders and containers Attracts bees and butterflies to the garden Drought resistant and low maintenance once established Specifications: Dimensions: H:5 x W:5 x D:5 cm Weight: 0.2 kg Model Number: KH5777
Price: £16.99 from Robert Dyas
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