Salvia nemorosa aka Woodland Sage

Salvia nemorosa, also known as woodland sage, Balkan clary, blue sage, or wild sage, is a hardy herbaceous perennial plant that can be found in central Europe and Western Asia. This attractive plant is easily grown and propagated, making it popular among gardeners for many years. Its wide distribution and ability to hybridize have led to the development of numerous cultivars and hybrids, although identifying them and their relationship with S. nemorosa can be challenging. Carl Linnaeus named and described this plant in 1762, with the term "nemorosa" referring to its typical habitat in woods and groves. Unfortunately, in northern Britain, both Salvia nemorosa and Salvia pratensis are at risk of disappearing due to slug predation. Salvia nemorosa is a compact, clump-forming perennial that reaches a height of 40cm. It features aromatic, dark green, wrinkled leaves and produces dense, erect spikes of intense pale sky-blue flowers from April to October. On the other hand, Meadow Sage, a relatively uncommon houseplant, is easy to cultivate and requires regular watering to thrive. It thrives best in direct, long-lasting light and should be positioned within 1 foot of a window. Well-draining soil is ideal for Meadow Sage, and it does not typically require additional fertilizers if it is repotted when it doubles in size. Belonging to the Salvia genus, Meadow Sage is native to Europe and West-Central Asia.