Salvia nemorosa ‘East Friesland’ – East Friesland Meadow Sage is a compact, long-blooming perennial that produces vibrant spikes of deep purple-blue flowers from late spring through summer. This drought-tolerant, deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage landscapes. Its fragrant, gray-green foliage adds additional interest and contrasts beautifully with other sun-loving perennials. East Friesland Sage attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, enhancing biodiversity in the garden while requiring minimal maintenance.

Why Choose Salvia nemorosa ‘East Friesland’ – East Friesland Meadow Sage?

• Deep Purple-Blue Blooms: Provides vibrant, long-lasting color from spring to summer.
• Drought-Tolerant & Deer-Resistant: Thrives in dry conditions and repels deer and rabbits.
• Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.

Cultivating Tips:

• Best grown in full sun for continuous flowering and vibrant foliage.
• Prefers well-drained, sandy, or loamy soils; avoid wet or heavy clay conditions.
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming throughout the season.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Salvia nemorosa ‘East Friesland’ is perfect for pollinator gardens, borders, and rock gardens. Its striking flower spikes and fragrant foliage pair beautifully with echinacea, rudbeckia, and ornamental grasses. Use it as a low-maintenance mass planting for a bold visual impact or as an edging plant along pathways.

Ecological Benefits:

While East Friesland Meadow Sage is not a native species, it provides a valuable nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the growing season. Its drought resistance reduces water usage, making it a great choice for xeriscapes and sustainable gardening.

Since Salvia nemorosa ‘East Friesland’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Agastache foeniculum – Anise Hyssop – A drought-tolerant native perennial with lavender-blue flower spikes that attract pollinators.
• Pycnanthemum muticum – Short-Toothed Mountain Mint – A native perennial with silvery bracts and pollinator-friendly blooms.
• Liatris spicata – Blazing Star – A drought-tolerant native perennial with tall purple spikes that support bees and butterflies.