{"product_id":"col-2l-sal-eas-frix1","title":"1 Salvia East Friesland Perennial Plant, Bee Friendly Purple Flowers, Garden Ready, 17cm\/2L Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalvia East Friesland – Hardy Perennial Plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'East Friesland' (also known as 'Ostfriesland') is a compact, clump-forming perennial prized for its striking spikes of deep violet-purple flowers. A recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this reliable variety produces dense, upright flower spikes from early summer through to autumn, creating a bold display in any garden setting. The flowers are rich in nectar and pollen, making them a magnet for bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe neat, bushy habit and aromatic mid-green foliage make East Friesland an excellent choice for sunny borders, cottage gardens, gravel gardens and containers. Deadheading after the first flush of flowers can encourage a second wave of blooms later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plant is supplied garden ready in a 17cm\/2L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland' plant in a 17cm\/2L pot\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep violet-purple flower spikes over a long season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eBee and pollinator friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCompact, clump-forming habit – ideal for borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance and fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupplied garden ready in a 17cm\/2L pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland' (syn. 'Ostfriesland')\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balkan Clary, Woodland Sage, East Friesland Salvia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–50 cm × 30–45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, Cottage Gardens, Gravel Gardens, Containers, Mass Planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Violet-Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-Drained, Average to Moderately Fertile Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy (RHS H7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees, Butterflies \u0026amp; Beneficial Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic, Mid-Green, Lance-Shaped Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a sunny position in well-drained soil for the best flowering results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater regularly after planting until established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eDeadhead spent flower spikes to encourage a second flush of blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCut back old growth in early spring to promote fresh, healthy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eDivide established clumps every few years to maintain vigour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for the East Friesland variety, known for its particularly rich violet-purple flower colour and compact garden habit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Verdant living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50213013520604,"sku":"COL-2L-SAL-EAS-FRIX1","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2455\/8300\/files\/file_18bc26ad-dc72-43f4-afa3-57afb8dc37f4.png?v=1777417642","url":"https:\/\/www.verdant-living.co.uk\/products\/col-2l-sal-eas-frix1","provider":"Verdant Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}