Product Description
Salvia 'Evening Attire' PP32573 (25) Bare Root Plants
FASHIONISTA® Collection
Common Name: Perennial Salvia, Garden Sage
The word fashionista is often used to describe someone who is constantly on the cutting edge of beauty, representing current fashion trends. Likewise, this collection of Perennial Salvia from Walters Gardens hybridizing represents the cutting edge of perennial fashion, with big, bold blooms in an array of chic and stylish colors. All of the varieties in this collection are Salvia pratensis hybrids, so you know you can expect excellent garden performance.
'Evening Attire' is the darkest, most vibrant blue Salvia of the FASHIONISTA® collection. Huge, vivid violet blue flowers are packed tightly into a refined habit. Flowers are held on dark calyxes above dark green foliage.
Salvia is a staple item for every sunny garden. It asks little more than sunshine and a little drink every once in a while in return for producing a bountiful mass of colorful flower spires from late spring into early summer. It forms a uniform, rounded clump of aromatic, rugose green foliage that looks nice all season long and is not enjoyed by rabbits or deer.
Salvia is easy to grow in almost any climate. Though it is drought tolerant, it will bloom better with regular watering. Deadheading encourages a longer bloom time. If plants get leggy during the season, cut them all the way back to the newly developed foliage. If cut back, plants may rebloom in fall but often the flowers are fewer and smaller.
Height: 20.0-22.0 Inches
Spread: 24.0-26.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Purple-blue shades / Blue shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun
Low to Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Spring to Early Summer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Easy To Grow, Edging, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant Foliage, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant
Salvia 'Evening Attire' is a standout perennial Salvia from the FASHIONISTA® collection, known for its vibrant violet-blue flowers and refined habit. This Salvia pratensis hybrid offers excellent garden performance and is a must-have for any sunny garden.
- Vivid Flower Color: 'Evening Attire' boasts huge, vivid violet-blue flowers that are densely packed on dark calyxes. It is the darkest and most vibrant blue Salvia in the FASHIONISTA® collection.
- Attractive Foliage: The dark green foliage provides an excellent contrast to the vibrant blooms.
- Long Blooming Season: This Salvia blooms from late spring into early summer, providing a long-lasting display of color.
- Easy to Grow: Salvia 'Evening Attire' is easy to grow and maintain, requiring minimal care.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it is drought tolerant and only needs occasional watering.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.
- Pest and Disease Resistant: Generally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
- Water: Water regularly during the growing season, especially during hot, dry periods.
- Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Care and Maintenance Deadheading: Remove spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming.
- Pruning: Cut back leggy growth to maintain a tidy appearance and promote bushier growth.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Landscape Uses Salvia 'Evening Attire' is a versatile plant that can be used in various garden settings:
- Borders: Adds a vibrant pop of color to the middle or back of borders.
- Cottage Gardens: Its informal habit and vibrant blooms blend well with the cottage garden style.
- Rock Gardens: The dark foliage and vibrant flowers contrast beautifully with rocks and stones.
- Containers: Thrives in containers, allowing for versatile placement in patios and balconies.
- Mass Planting: Creates a stunning display when planted in masses.
Salvia 'Evening Attire' is a stunning addition to any sunny garden. Its vibrant violet-blue flowers, attractive foliage, and easy care make it a favorite among gardeners. With its long blooming season and versatility in the landscape, this Salvia is sure to impress.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
