Salvia x superba 'Merleau'

Also Known As

Salvia nemorosa 'Merleau Blue'
Salvia superba Merleau Blue™
SAGE

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

4a-9b

Salvia x superba 'Merleau' plant details

Salvia x superba 'Merleau' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia x superba 'Merleau'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia x superba 'Merleau'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Noted for its compact upright (to 12-15") branching habit AND for its long season (May-June, to Sept with deadheading) of deep-violet-blue (wonderful color!) flowers on upright spikes; container/border. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

A super easy Salvia that loves dry heat AND stays cute & compact! ‘Merleau Blue’ bursts with deep purple-blue blooms on upright spikes, 16” tall, from May through September, attracting bees & butterflies from all over the neighborhood. Give this guy a little bit of Summer water in dry Summer areas & deadhead occasionally to keep the show going strong. Drought tolerant, deer won’t touch it with a ten foot pole. A clumper, that sweetly grows only 12-16” high and 12-18” wide. Soil wise, it’s not fussy either, as long as drainage is decent. Great in containers, too!