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1997 Perennial Plant of the Year-Salvia 'Mainacht'
HARDINESSZones 4-8 In colder areas, a winter mulch is beneficial.
LIGHTFull sun preferred.
SOIL Average to dry garden soil. Will withstand drought once established. Dislikes winter wet.
USESAs a specimen, in borders, or massed.
UNIQUE QUALITIESA wonderful late-spring blooming perennial, 2-2 1/2 feet tall. Rigid spikes of dark blue-black flowers appear over aromatic blue-gray leaves in May and June.
PLANTING INFORMATIONBare root plantings are most successful in early spring. Potted plants may be planted at any time in the growing season. Plant at the same depth as they wer in the pot. Water well until plants are established.
PROPAGATIONPropagate either by division or vegetative cuttings.

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