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Care of the plant Salvia nemorosa or Woodland sage

The genus Salvia, family Lamiaceae, comprises 1,000 species of shrubs and herbaceous plants native to Asia, Africa, the Mediterranean region, and Central and South America. Some species are: Salvia nemorosa, Salvia namaensis, Salvia microphylla, Salvia mexicana, Salvia mellifera, Salvia leucantha, Salvia lanceolata, Salvia guaranitica, Salvia greggii, Salvia farinacea, Salvia disermas, Salvia canariensis, Salvia aurea, Salvia apiana, Salvia africana, Salvia scabra, Salvia splendens, Salvia vaseyi, Salvia leucophylla, Salvia sclarea, Salvia officinalis, Salvia fruticosa, Salvia elegans.

Common names: Woodland sage, Balkan clary. This species is native to central Europe and Western Asia.

They are aromatic herbaceous plants with erect stems that reach 60 cm (1.96 feet) in height. The leaves are oblong and of an intense green color on the upper surface and gray on the underside. The flowers appear in dense inflorescences and can be blue, purple, pink or white, depending on the variety. They bloom from the second half of spring to late summer.

Woodland sage are used in orchards, in rustic gardens, in borders and in pots for patios, balconies and terraces. It has medicinal properties such as healing, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, among others.

Salvia nemorosa prefers full sun exposure but also grows in semi-shade. It resists frost and the intense heat of the Mediterranean summer.

The soil must drain very well and contain abundant organic matter. The pot transplant is done in early spring.

Balkan clary has good resistance to drought; water moderately waiting for the soil to be completely dry.

In early spring, fertilize with compost or manure.

Prune after flowering to remove wilted flowers and leaves.

Salvia nemorosa is a resistant plant to the usual pests and diseases but it can be attacked by fungi if there is excess watering.

Woodland sage is propagated by cuttings from the tips of the branches during the spring or summer.

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