Salvia ‘Sensation Deep Rose’ – Compact Vibrancy with Long-Lasting Rosy Spikes
Salvia ‘Sensation Deep Rose’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial known for its intensely colored rose-pink flower spikes and aromatic foliage. Part of the popular ‘Sensation’ series, this variety is prized for its neat habit, floriferous nature, and ability to attract pollinators. Its long-lasting blooms and manageable size make it ideal for borders, containers, and wildlife-friendly gardens.
Whether used as a vibrant edging plant or massed in sunny beds, ‘Sensation Deep Rose’ delivers consistent color and form from late spring through summer.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
Fresh green foliage emerges in a tidy rosette, soon followed by upright flower spikes bearing buds that open into vibrant, deep rose-pink blooms.
Summer:
Peak flowering occurs from late spring through summer, with dense, upright spikes of rose-colored flowers. These blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Regular deadheading encourages repeat flowering.
Autumn:
As flowering slows, the aromatic foliage remains neat and can take on subtle golden tones. Cutting back faded flower stems tidies the plant and encourages a compact form.
Winter:
Herbaceous in habit, the plant dies back to a low clump in winter, ready to re-sprout vigorously in spring.
Structure & Form
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Height: 25–30 cm
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Spread: 25–30 cm
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Growth Habit: Compact, upright, clump-forming
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Foliage: Aromatic, grey-green leaves with a softly textured surface
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Flowers: Deep rose-pink, tubular flowers held in dense vertical spikes
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Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Perfect for Various Landscapes
Borders & Edging: Ideal for the front of borders or along pathways where its tidy shape and bright color shine.
Containers & Raised Beds: Perfectly sized for pots, bringing long-lasting color to patios and terraces.
Pollinator Gardens: Excellent nectar source for bees and butterflies—great in wildlife-friendly plantings.
Gravel & Mediterranean Gardens: Suits hot, dry locations with free-draining soil and full sun exposure.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Full sun is best for maximum flowering and compact growth.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Avoid heavy or waterlogged conditions.
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Hardiness: Hardy perennial (UK H6; USDA zones 4–9)
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Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; water well in dry periods during flowering.
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Maintenance: Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming. Cut back hard in late autumn or early spring to encourage fresh growth.
Why Choose Salvia ‘Sensation Deep Rose’?
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Striking Color: Rich, deep rose-pink flowers stand out in any planting scheme.
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Compact Size: Perfect for small spaces, containers, or border edges.
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Long Bloom Time: Flowers from late spring through summer with regular deadheading.
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Pollinator-Friendly: A magnet for bees and butterflies throughout the season.
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Low-Maintenance: Easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and reliably hardy.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Grasses: Pair with Festuca glauca, Stipa tenuissima, or Pennisetum for movement and contrast.
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Perennials: Combine with Nepeta, Achillea, Coreopsis, or Echinacea for a summer pollinator haven.
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Shrubs: Use in front of compact shrubs like Lavandula, Santolina, or Hebes.
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Containers: Plant with Erigeron, Sedum, or Thymus in terracotta pots or raised beds.
Salvia ‘Sensation Deep Rose’ brings rich, rose-pink color, compact form, and pollinator-friendly blooms to gardens big or small. Whether planted en masse, dotted through gravel borders, or grown in pots, it’s a vibrant, easy-care perennial that performs beautifully through the warmest months.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
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