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Salvia 'White Flame'

The Ultimate Low-Maintenance Pollinator Magnet

• Color: Brilliant Pure White

• Scientific Name: Salvia longispicata x farinacea

• Mature Height: 18 to 24 inches

• Mature Width: 12 to 18 inches

• Light Requirement: Full Sun (at least 6 hours daily)

• Hardiness Zones: 7–11 (Perennial); Zones 3–6 (Annual/Container)

Whether you are looking for a "thriller" for your patio containers or a heat-defying border plant, Salvia 'White Flame' is a standout choice. This vigorous perennial is prized for its luminous white flower spikes that emerge from silvery buds, creating a "cool" visual effect even in the peak of summer heat.

Why You’ll Love It

• Unstoppable Blooms: Unlike some perennials that fade by July, White Flame blooms continuously from late spring through the first frost.

• Heat & Drought Hero: This variety is specifically bred for excellent heat performance, making it ideal for the hottest spots in your garden where other plants might wilt.

• Pollinator Paradise: Its nectar-rich tubular flowers are a favorite for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, bringing your garden to life.

• Low Maintenance: Naturally deer and rabbit resistant due to its aromatic foliage, it requires very little "upkeep" once established.

Landscape Applications

• The Perfect "Thriller": Use it as the central upright feature in mixed container gardens.

• Mass Plantings: Space them 14–18 inches apart to create a wave of white that "lights up" the landscape at dusk.

• Cutting Garden: The sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers make them excellent for fresh indoor floral arrangements.

Quick Care Tips

• Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil. Avoid soggy "wet feet."

• Water: Water regularly until established; once settled, it is remarkably drought-tolerant.

• Maintenance: Deadheading (removing spent blooms) isn't strictly necessary for health but will encourage the fastest reblooming. Cut back to the ground in late winter/early spring to make room for fresh growth.