SALVIA Sensation Deep Pink KR

Description and Key Features

Salvia nemorosa 'Sensation Deep Pink' is a compact, clump-forming herbaceous perennial celebrated for its bright rosy-pink flower spikes and dense, upright growth habit. A member of the Salvia nemorosa group, this cultivar is part of the ‘Sensation’ series, which is bred for uniformity, compact size, and prolific flowering.

Mature plants typically reach 30–40 cm in height and 25–30 cm in spread, making them especially suitable for small gardens, containers, borders, and mass planting. The pink blooms are held on short, sturdy stems above aromatic, grey-green foliage, offering weeks of colour from late spring to early autumn. As with other salvias, this cultivar is extremely attractive to bees and butterflies and is known for its drought resistance and low-maintenance care.

• Bright deep-pink flowers in upright, vertical spikes

• Compact, tidy growth habit suitable for edging and pots

• Long blooming season from late spring through summer

• Aromatic foliage with excellent drought tolerance

• Perfect for pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Hardy to USDA Zones 4–9 / RHS H7 (fully frost hardy)

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Salvia 'Sensation Deep Pink' is extremely resilient and thrives with minimal intervention. It is best suited for well-drained soils and sunny locations where it can develop its full flowering potential.

• Sunlight Requirements:

  • Requires full sun for optimal flowering (minimum 6 hours daily)

  • Will tolerate light shade but may become more open and flower less heavily

• Soil Preferences:

  • Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil

  • Tolerates a range of soil types including sandy, gravelly, and chalky soils

  • Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained conditions, especially in winter

• Watering Needs:

  • Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots

  • Once established, highly drought-tolerant—water only during extended dry periods

  • Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of mildew

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering

  • Avoid excessive feeding, which may reduce flower production and increase foliage

• Mulching:

  • Light mulching in spring conserves soil moisture and suppresses weeds

  • Ensure mulch is kept away from the crown to avoid rot

• Deadheading and Pruning:

  • Deadhead spent flower spikes promptly to encourage continuous blooming

  • After the first flush, cut back plants by one-third to promote fresh growth and a second bloom

  • In early spring, cut all stems back to the base to prepare for the new season

• Dividing:

  • Divide mature clumps every 3–4 years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour

Companion Plants, Design Ideas, and Pest Resistance

With its bold colouring, compact habit, and season-long performance, 'Sensation Deep Pink' is a versatile plant for use in a wide range of garden styles and planting combinations.

• Design Applications:

  • Ideal for front-of-border planting, rock gardens, cottage gardens, and gravel planting schemes

  • Particularly effective in repetition planting to create structure and rhythm

  • Suitable for container combinations with other compact, sun-loving perennials

• Companion Plants:

  • Pairs beautifully with lavender, nepeta, gaura, coreopsis, echinacea, and ornamental grasses

  • Complements both silver-foliaged and dark-leaved plants

  • Use alongside blues, purples, and whites for a balanced colour scheme

• Wildlife & Environmental Benefits:

  • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

  • Drought-tolerant and low-input plant for sustainable gardening

  • Rabbit and deer-resistant due to aromatic foliage

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Generally pest-free and disease-resistant

  • May rarely encounter mildew in overly humid or crowded conditions—ensure good airflow

• Container Tips:

  • Use in terracotta or ceramic pots with good drainage

  • Combine with trailing herbs or low grasses for a layered look

  • Water more regularly in containers during hot spells

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Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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