Salvia Salgoon 'Lake Silvretta'

This compact perennial delights Cape Town gardens with its ice blue flower spikes from mid-spring through early autumn (September to April). The shimmering blooms stand out beautifully against lush green foliage, adding a cool, calming tone to borders, containers, and mixed beds. With a long flowering season, excellent garden performance, and strong appeal to pollinators, this salvia is perfect for ornamental planting, patio displays, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Thriving in full sun to semi-shade, it is both low-maintenance and water-wise. Bring soft sophistication and long-lasting colour to your garden with Salvia Salgoon ‘Lake Silvretta’.

Why You’ll Love It

• Rare ice blue blooms that stand out in any garden.
• Flowers prolifically from spring through autumn in Cape Town.
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
• Compact habit ideal for pots, patios, and borders.
• Easy-care and drought-tolerant once established.

Plant & Care

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny or semi-shaded position. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as the plant becomes water-wise. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back lightly in late winter (August) to promote fresh spring growth. Avoid heavy shade, as this reduces flowering.

Did You Know?

The Salgoon series was bred specifically for extended flowering and vibrant colours. ‘Lake Silvretta’ is prized for its unusual ice blue flowers, a shade rarely found in salvias, making it a collector’s favourite and a standout in mixed plantings.