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Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'

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Darwin Perennials
  • Category: Perennial
  • Patent: PP30118
  • Breeder: Darwin Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Height: 10-12 Inches
  • Spread: 10-12 Inches
  • Spacing: 12-14 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Pink
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'Rose Marvel' brings a rich, deep rose color to the popular Marvel family. It has the largest flowers of any rose-colored Salvia nemorosa and can be positioned as a premium perennial item, creating more opportunity for grower margin.

We are excited to feature its long flowering window and reblooms without being cut back and the ultra-large flowers provide more color and impact in the landscape. - Ball Seed

Click here to download technical information for growers:
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Plug Type
Horticultural Plug
Attributes
Drought Tolerant
Cut Flower
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Spring / Early Summer
Summer
Late Summer
Propagation Type
Vegetative
Additional Information about Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'

Salvia comes from the Latin salvere, meaning to heal or save. Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel' has the largest flowers of any rose or pink Salvia nemorosa on the market. Enjoy the stunning display of color in spring and summer.

'Rose Marvel' showcases striking spikes of large magenta-pink flowers, brightening summer gardens. This reblooming variety requires no cutting back and is a favorite among pollinators, drawing bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its fragrant foliage also offers excellent resistance to deer and rabbits. The leaves are aromatic when crushed. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'

Prefers average, clay or sandy, well-drained soils in full sun. Drought, heat and humidity tolerant. May be used in the perennial border, rock gardens, or in mass plantings.