Salvia greggii ‘Cool Cream’
£7.00
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🌿 Salvia greggii ‘Cool Cream’ (Autumn Sage)
Salvia ‘Cool Cream’ offers elegant, soft creamy-white blooms with a hint of warmth, perfect for adding lightness to Isle of Wight gardens. Flowering generously from late spring to the first frosts, its aromatic foliage and tidy growth habit make it ideal for sunny borders, coastal gardens, and containers.
Specifications:
Height: 50–60cm
Spread: 50–60cm
Flowering: May to October
Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy or chalky conditions
Loved by bees and butterflies, Salvia ‘Cool Cream’ brings long-lasting beauty with minimal fuss, particularly well-suited to the island’s mild, maritime climate.
🌿 Note for Isle of Wight planting:
On the island, plant Salvia 'Cool Cream' in a sheltered sunny spot to maximise its exceptionally long flowering period. A light mulch in winter will help it thrive year after year.
🌿 Ideal Companion Plants for Salvia ‘Cool Cream’
1. Gaura lindheimeri 'The Bride'
Soft white on white — the perfect pairing for creating a dreamy, elegant planting style with light movement.
2. Erigeron karvinskianus (Mexican Fleabane)
Its delicate, daisy-like blooms create a gentle contrast while maintaining a soft, romantic feel.
3. Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender)
The cool tones of Lavender's foliage and flowers complement the creamy blooms of Salvia, adding structure and scent.
4. Stipa tenuissima (Mexican Feather Grass)
This ornamental grass adds texture and a soft, flowing feel to contrast the tidy form of Salvia.
5. Potentilla atrosanguinea ‘Argyrophylla’
The cheerful yellow blooms of Potentilla bring a sunny, natural feel that blends beautifully with the gentle creamy tones of Salvia 'Cool Cream'.