Salvia Nemerosa 'West-Friesland'

200 seeds

Salvia nemorosa 'West-Friesland' (Woodland Sage) is a hardy perennial valued for its deep violet-blue flower spikes, aromatic foliage, and long blooming season. It attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it ideal for flower borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, and containers. In the Gulf region, it performs best during the cooler months.

Best Planting Time

• September to January (recommended)
• Can also be started in February in cooler Gulf areas.
• Avoid sowing during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• For improved germination, place seeds in the refrigerator (4–6°C) for 2–3 weeks before sowing (cold stratification – optional but beneficial).
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.

Soil Preparation

Salvia prefers light, well-drained soil with moderate fertility.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Sandy garden soil
• 30% Compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.5–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds on the surface of moist soil.
• Cover very lightly with 2–3 mm of fine soil or vermiculite, as seeds benefit from light.
• Keep the soil lightly moist but not waterlogged.
• Transplant seedlings when they have 3–4 true leaves.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 18–22°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 15–28°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• In late spring, light afternoon shade is beneficial in the Gulf.

Watering

• Keep soil slightly moist during germination.
• Once established, water deeply when the top 3–4 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Salvia is relatively drought tolerant once mature.

Germination Time

• 14–28 days

Plant Spacing

• 30–40 cm between plants.
• 40–50 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Blooms approximately 4–5 months after sowing.
• Removing faded flower spikes encourages additional blooming.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Feed every 4–6 weeks with a balanced flowering fertilizer.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages foliage instead of flowers.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow during the cool season.
• Water early in the morning.
• Apply mulch to keep roots cool.
• Ensure excellent drainage.
• Monitor for aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew, and root rot caused by excessive watering.
• 'West-Friesland' performs well in borders, raised beds, containers, pollinator gardens, and home landscapes throughout the Gulf.