Product Description
Salvia nemorosa 'Apex Pink' (10)ct Quarts
Salvia nemorosa 'Apex Pink' is a charming and versatile perennial that brings a vibrant touch to gardens. It is part of the Salvia Apex series, known for its compact growth, long blooming period, and uniform flower spikes.
Here is a closer look at its key features:
- Flower Color: Rose-pink flowers bloom in dense, bottlebrush-like spikes.
- Bloom Time: Early spring to summer, often with repeat blooming throughout the season.
- Height and Width: Reaches a compact size of 14-18 inches tall and 12 inches wide.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for zones 4-9, tolerating a range of climates.
- Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours daily).
- Water Needs: Prefers regular watering, especially when young, but becomes more drought-tolerant once established.
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance; deadheading spent flowers encourages reblooming and prevents self-seeding.
- Attracts: Pollinators like bees and butterflies are drawn to its nectar-rich flowers.
- Deer Resistance: Generally, deer-resistant.
- Fragrance: Both the flowers and foliage have a pleasant, aromatic scent.
Why 'Apex Pink' is a great choice:
- Compact Habit: Its tidy growth makes it ideal for smaller gardens, borders, and containers.
- Long Bloom Period: Enjoy continuous color throughout the growing season.
- Vibrant Color: The rose-pink flowers add a cheerful and eye-catching element to any landscape.
- Easy Care: Requires minimal maintenance, making it a good choice for busy gardeners.
- Versatile Uses: Perfect for borders, mass plantings, rock gardens, containers, and cut flower arrangements.
Growing Tips:
- Soil: Plant in well-drained soil. Amend clay soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage.
- Planting: Space plants about 12-18 inches apart to allow for good air circulation.
- Fertilizing: A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring encourages healthy growth.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote reblooming. Cut back plants in late fall or early spring to maintain their shape.
If you are looking for a reliable and beautiful perennial with long-lasting color, Salvia nemorosa 'Apex Pink' is an excellent option!
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
