Yates Blitzem
Kills snails and slugs by dehydration.
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Evolution is a big step forward in Salvia breeding, with improved colour, a compact habit and densely covered with spikes of rich deep indigo-violet blooms. Very long flowering season, blooms from early summer right into autumn. Hardy, low maintenance, weather tolerant and disease resistant. Very adaptable and ideal for containers or pots.
Features
- Long flowering
- Compact habit
- Covered with blooms
Product details
How
Sow direct where they are to grow or into trays of Yates® Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Cover very lightly, firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Thin out or transplant when 5cm high.
Care
Plant in an open, sunny well-drained position. Needs little attention. Apply Yates® Thrive® Flower & Fruit Soluble Plant Food fortnightly for stronger plants. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
The pretty violet flower spikes can be cut and dried for floral arrangements.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30cm |
| Sow depth |
3mm |
| Plant height |
50 cm |
| Germination |
10-21 days |
| Germination (days) |
17 days |
| Flowering |
18 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
126 days |
| Botanical name |
Salvia farinacea |
Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix
Specially formulated for trouble-free seed raising in trays (or outdoor seed sowing direclty into the ground) and propagation of cuttings.
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