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Amistad Salvia

Amistad Salvia

SALVIA 'Amistad'

Blooms Summer through Fall
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Common Name(s)
Friendship Sage
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
4'–6'
Max Spread
Over 24"
Special Features
Cut flowers
Garden Design Role
Architectural
Bloom Season
Summer, Fall
Lifespan
Annual
Growing Habit
Columnar, Bushy
Drought Resistance
Moderate drought resistance
Bloom Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Purple/Black, Green
Themes
Gothic, Sunset
Genus
Salvia
Family
Lamiaceae
Ship Size
4"

Amistad Salvia (Salvia Amistad), also known as Friendship Sage, is a true showstopper in the perennial garden. This vigorous subshrub is famous for its nearly year-round display of large, royal purple flowers held in striking, velvety black calyces. It features a sophisticated, upright habit with dark green foliage that emits a pleasant scent reminiscent of mint or anise when brushed against.

A true champion of the sun-drenched landscape, this variety is highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, providing a constant and vital nectar source from early spring through the first frost. Its sturdy stems and prolific blooming nature make it an excellent choice for use as a tall border plant or a dramatic focal point in large patio containers. Because it is naturally resistant to deer and gophers, it maintains its lush, professional-grade appearance even in high-traffic wildlife areas. You will receive a healthy 4" plant, ready to add bold, vertical color to your favorite garden spot.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Deep Dramatic Color: Features rich midnight-purple blooms set against high-contrast black stems.
  • Hummingbird Magnet: The large, tubular flowers are a top-tier attractant for local hummingbirds and pollinators.
  • Extended Bloom Season: Delivers non-stop floral power from the warmth of early spring until autumn's end.
  • Fragrant Foliage: Dark green leaves offer a refreshing minty-anise aroma, adding a sensory layer to the garden.
  • Rugged & Resilient: Highly tolerant of heat and drought, and naturally resistant to deer, rabbits, and gophers.

This 4" healthy live plant thrives in full sun and prefers moderate watering in well-drained soil. Given its fast growth rate and upright stature, it is the ultimate choice for creating a natural screen or adding structure to the back of a mixed floral border. To keep the plant looking its best and encourage continuous reblooming, simply remove spent flower spikes as they fade. Amistad Salvia is the perfect choice for the gardener who wants high-impact, award-winning performance in a convenient 4" size.

Amistad Salvia