98-112 Days to maturity. Salvia splendens. Salvia Evolution Violet Seeds. Non-GMO, perennial or annual. Ornamental. Evolution Violet seeds promise vibrant, hardy, and AAS award-winning salvia plants to excite your home or garden. Salvia Evolution Violet debuted as a 2006 All-American Selections Flower Winner for their "low maintenance, tolerance to heat and drought" and "continuous color from early summer to the first hard frost." Whereas most violet salvia plants produce soft shades of lavender, Evolution Violet salvia seeds grow a striking and unmistakable 6-7 inch deep indigo-violet blooming stalk. Salvia Evolution Violet seeds mature at 16-24 inch tall and are an ideal grow to line the flower bed or as an eye-catching centerpiece for any decorative indoor planter. Latin Name: Salvia splendens Hardiness Zone: Annual in zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; Perennial in zones 8, 9, 10 Days to Maturity: 98-112 Days to Germination: 14-21 Seeding Depth: 0.125 inches Plant Spacing: 20 inches Row Spacing: 32-38 inches Plant Height: 16-24 inches Plant Width: 16-20 inches Growth Habit: A bushy upright with a 6-7 inch floret spike. Soil Preference:Average, evenly moist, and well-drained soil Temperature Preference: 70-80 F Light Preference: Full sun Pests and Diseases:Evolution Violet salvia has no serious pests. Plants can be susceptible to downy and powdery mildew. Salvia Evolution Violet Color:Deep violets and indigos with rich leafy greens. Easy/Hard: Easy Direct Sow: Yes Direct Sow Start Indoors: Yes, 6-8 weeks before transplanting Growing Non-GMO Salvia Evolution Violet Flower Seeds Most North American home gardens do not have the humid and warm conditions to sow salvia seeds directly. However, for annual blooming, start salvia Evolution Violet seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the final frost. Evolution Violet salvia will germinate with full lighting. Once germinated, transplant seedlings to indoor containers or harden off gradually if transplanting outside to a proper area. For direct sowing, plant 3-4 salvia Evolution Violet seeds 0.125 inches deep in warm, evenly moist, and well-drained soil in full sun. Salvia will grow as a perennial in warm, humid gardens and will easily wilt in cooler and drier climates. Provide light afternoon shade and cut-back spent blooms to promote lasting vigor throughout the season. Salvia Evolution Violet will bloom repeatedly throughout the summer, but may require extra watering. Salvia blooms throughout the first summer and will die back at the first frost but will come back next year in zones 9 and above. Evolution Violet salvia is known to tolerate some drought. It is recommended to use a slow-release fertilizer or simply work plenty of organic compost into the soil each spring to encourage growth. Salvia plants do not require fertilization past an annual boost. Use mulch or other means to keep weeds down. Cut back fading flower spikes to promote more flowers and prevent reseeding if desired. Salvia Evolution Violet in the Flower Garden Salvia is perfect for low-maintenance rock gardens, garden beds, and borders in warm, humid locations. Plant it along sidewalks, roads, and driveways for easy-to-care-for blooms. It is attractive to pollinators like honey bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, yet it is also notably resistant to critters like deer and rabbits. Landscape Use of Salvia Evolution Violet Evolution Violet Salvias are perfect for annual or perennial beds and can be grown as either. These gorgeous plants add height, color, and texture to any design. They are regularly chosen for containers and garden beds alike. About Salvia Evolution Violet Garden Seeds Salvia will self-seed and volunteers will come up the following year if seeds are not collected. They easily spread to fill in open areas if left alone in ideal conditions. This can be good when you want it to spread over an area but it should be kept in check. The plants can be divided every 1-2 years to improve air circulation if needed. Salvia splendens is also non-toxic for humans and pets. Although it is considered edible, not many people do because it is said to not have an unpleasant flavor. Salvia splendens, also known as Violet Sage, is native to Brazil and thrives in high year-round humidity, growing naturally at elevations between 6,500 and 10,000 feet. Evolution Violet salvia is a 2006 All-American Selections (AAS) Flower Winner and is noted by judges for its low maintenance, tolerance to heat and drought, pest and disease free, and continuous color from early summer to the first hard frost. AAS noted that Evolution Violets grow as perennials in most frost-free gardens. Tips From Our Gardeners ”Salvia is a summertime favorite for many good reasons! Evolution Violet is a great pick for its fantastic color and continuous blooming." - Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer Evolution Violet Salvia Seeds Per Package: 50 seed Packet 100 seeds - Wholesale 1000 seeds - Bulk Non-GMO Salvia Evolution Violet seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
