Description
Salvia guaranitica ‘Black and Bloom’
Bold. Lush. Irresistible to sugar birds.
‘Black and Bloom’ is a standout salvia with dramatic deep cobalt-blue flowers set against striking black stems. This variety is a vigorous, heat-loving perennial that brings height, movement, and incredible colour to the garden for months on end.
A true pollinator magnet, it’s one of the best plants for attracting sugar birds, bees, and butterflies to your space. Perfect for beds, borders, and larger containers.
✨ Key Features
Intense blue blooms on dramatic black stems
Blooms continuously from spring through late autumn
Sugar bird favourite
Upright, bushy habit—great for adding structure and height
Heat and drought tolerant once settled
🌱 Growing Conditions
Sun: Full sun to light shade
Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining, good garden soil
Climate: Excellent for Western Cape gardens; protect from severe frost
Size: ± 80–120cm tall and wide
🌼 Care Tips
Cut back lightly after flowering flushes to encourage more blooms
Feed in spring for vigorous growth
Mulch to conserve moisture in summer
Prune back hard at the end of winter for a fresh new season of growth
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