Salvia x guaranitica | Rhythm & Blues

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Description

Elevate your outdoor space with the dynamic charm of Salvia x guaranitica 'Rhythm & Blues' PBR. This compact, resilient perennial features deeply saturated dark blue blooms resting against black calyxes and stems, delivering exceptional visual impact from spring through to autumn. Its dark green foliage remains rich and vibrant throughout the growing season, while its rounded, well-branched structure matures quickly, making it a standout in any Australian garden.

🌼 Key Features

Striking Flower Display: Saturated dark blue blooms with bold black calyxes and stems
Perfect for Australian Conditions: Successfully tested in a range of Australian climates
Extended Blooming: Freely flowers throughout the season from spring to fall
Compact Form: Grows to approximately 80cm high x 80cm wide, maintaining a tidy, rounded habit
Attractive Foliage: Medium-sized, dark green leaves that retain their colour all season
Sun & Soil Flexibility: Thrives in full sun and adapts to well-drained soils
Pollinator Friendly: Supports biodiversity by attracting bees, birds, and butterflies
Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established and easy to grow

📏 Specifications

Botanical Name: Salvia x guaranitica 'Rhythm & Blues' PBR
Common Name: Anise-Scented Sage
Mature Size: Approx. 80cm (H) x 80cm (W)
Flower Colour: Dark blue with black calyxes
Foliage: Medium-sized, dark green
Growth Habit: Rounded, well-branched
Bloom Season: Spring through Autumn
Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant when established
Position: Full sun preferred; tolerates part shade
Pot Sizes Available: 50mm and 100mm
Growth Speed: Rapid to flowering maturity

🌱 Why You’ll Love It

Adds dramatic deep blue tones to garden borders, patio pots, and landscape features
Grows beautifully in diverse Australian climates, including areas with heat or dry spells
Ideal for low-maintenance gardens, container designs, and pollinator-attracting plantings
A smart choice for gardeners seeking structure, colour, and seasonal impact

❓ FAQs

Is it suitable for pots?
Yes! Its compact form and lush blooms make it perfect for patio or balcony containers.

How much sun does it need?
Prefers full sun but performs well in part shade.

Will it bloom all season?
Yes, expect continuous flowering from spring through autumn.

Does it need frequent pruning?
Just occasional deadheading and a light trim to maintain its shape and encourage reblooming.

Can I propagate this plant?
Propagation is not permitted. This variety is protected under Plant Breeder’s Rights.

⚠️ PBR Notice

PBR – Warning:
Unauthorised commercial propagation or any sale, conditioning, export, import, or stocking of propagating material of this variety is an infringement under the Plant Breeder’s Rights Act 1994.