{"product_id":"salvia-african-sky","title":"Salvia 'African Sky'","description":"\u003cp\u003eOffers a clarity of blue rarely found in the late summer garden, producing cloud after cloud of azure blooms right up until the first hard frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis airy, semi-evergreen perennial works hard for its space, sending up slender, dark stems clothed in aromatic, crinkled foliage that releases a spicy scent when brushed against. The flowers themselves are large for a salvia, with a distinctive open-mouthed shape, held in loose whorls that seem to float above the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is vigorous during the growing season, it does appreciate a warm, sheltered position out of biting winds to perform its best. In our Rutland climate, it is often happiest in a large container which can be moved into a cold greenhouse or conservatory for winter protection, though it can overwinter outdoors in a dry, south-facing border with a heavy mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarnsdale tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety roots with exceptional ease, so we recommend taking a few 'insurance' cuttings in late August. Pot them up and keep them frost-free over winter, and you will have vigorous young plants ready to plant out next May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJune-October flowering. Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas). Drought tolerant. Requires a sunny and well drained position. Height \u0026amp; spread: 80cm x 60cm (32\" x 24\").\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnsdale Gardens","offers":[{"title":"2 litre","offer_id":58287701623158,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/8271\/1357\/files\/salvia-african-sky-01.jpg?v=1784378024","url":"https:\/\/shop.barnsdalegardens.co.uk\/products\/salvia-african-sky","provider":"Barnsdale Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}