Salvia greggii ‘Oriental Dove’

Salvia greggii ‘Oriental Dove’ 

Salvia 'Oriental Dove' brings soft elegance to sunny Isle of Wight gardens with its abundant, pale lilac-pink flowers that dance above aromatic, bushy foliage. Flowering from late spring well into autumn, it thrives in free-draining soils and loves the island’s mild coastal climate.

Specifications:

• Height: 50–60cm

• Spread: 50–60cm

• Flowering: May to October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor or sandy soils

  
  Heat-tolerant and drought-resilient once established, Salvia 'Oriental Dove' is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it ideal for wildlife gardens, Mediterranean-style borders, and sunny containers.

  🌿 Note for Isle of Wight planting:
  Grow Salvia 'Oriental Dove' in a warm, sheltered spot — against a sunny wall or in a protected border — to enjoy its full flowering potential. Lightly mulch over winter to protect roots from any sharp frosts.

  🌿 Ideal Companion Plants for Salvia ‘Oriental Dove’

  1. Potentilla ‘Argyrophylla’
  Their yellow and soft lilac-pink blooms create a gentle, natural harmony in sun-drenched beds.

  2. Nepeta 'Walker's Low'
  The billowing blue of Catmint contrasts beautifully with the soft pastel tones of the Salvia.

  3. Erigeron karvinskianus (Mexican Fleabane)
  A lovely tumbling daisy, perfect for softening edges and adding a long flowering companion

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  4. Gaura lindheimeri 'The Bride'
  With delicate pure white flowers that dance like butterflies, Gaura 'The Bride' adds a soft, airy movement that beautifully complements the upright blooms of Salvia.

  5. Rosemary 'Miss Jessopp’s Upright'
  For evergreen structure and fragrance — Rosemary thrives in the same conditions and pairs wonderfully in coastal gardens.