Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo

Salvia

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The Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo is a striking and colorful perennial plant with beautiful pink and purple flowers. This Salvia has a compact growth habit and reaches a height of about 40-50 cm. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, making it a valuable plant for the garden. The Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo thrives best in a sunny location and well-draining soil. This plant can be used effectively in borders, rock gardens, and as a cut flower.

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  • Yes, Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo is evergreen and retains its leaves throughout the entire year. This means that the plant also stays green in winter.

    This plant is hardy up to about -5 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to protect the plant during severe frost with, for example, fleece cloths. This plant can overwinter well in the garden.

    This plant is generally easy to maintain and requires little special care. It is important to keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly. Additionally, the plant thrives in full sun or partial shade.

    The plant needs a space of about 30-40 cm in width and 30-40 cm in height to grow optimally. Ensure there is enough space around the plant for air and sunlight to circulate freely. Repotting into a larger pot may be necessary if the plant becomes too large for its current space.

    This plant grows best in full sun or light shade. In full shade, growth can be limited and flowering reduced. It is recommended to place the plant in a sunny spot for optimal growth.

    The plant needs regular water, especially during dry periods. Check regularly to see if the soil is moist enough and water if necessary. Consider watering when the top layer of soil has dried out.

    Yes, this plant is very attractive to butterflies and bees because of the nectar and colorful flowers they produce. It is a great addition to a garden to attract these important pollinators.

    This plant blooms from June to August. The flowering period lasts approximately 2 to 3 months.

    This plant can tolerate full sun and prefers a sunny location. It is important to water the plant sufficiently when the weather is hot. The plant will thrive when it receives enough sunlight.

    No, the plant is not edible and is not recommended for consumption. It is better to choose other plants that are safe to eat.

  • This plant is best pruned back to about 10 cm above the ground in spring. Also, remove any dead or damaged branches. Make sure the plant gets enough water and nutrients after pruning.

    The Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo plant needs regular watering, especially during dry periods. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not saturated. Make sure the plant is not standing in a puddle of water to prevent root rot.

    Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo thrives best in well-draining potting soil. It is important to keep the potting soil moist, but not overly wet. Avoid heavy and nutrient-rich soil types, as this can lead to root rot.

    This plant thrives best in well-draining soil that is rich in organic material. It is important to keep the soil moist but not overly wet. Avoid heavy clay soil and opt for a lighter soil structure.

    Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo thrives best in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Make sure to keep the soil moist, but not too wet. Protect the plant from strong winds and frost.

    Provide winter protection by covering the plant with leaves or straw. However, avoid using plastic wrap, as it can suffocate the plant. Place the plant in a sheltered spot in the garden to protect it as best as possible from frost.

    The plant needs regular watering, especially during dry periods. Remove faded flowers regularly to stimulate growth. Prune the plant in the spring to maintain its shape.

    This plant does not require a lot of fertilization, as it consumes relatively few nutrients. Fertilizing once a year with organic fertilizer may be sufficient. Avoid using fertilizers with too high a nitrogen content to prevent the plant from growing too quickly.

    Mulch around the plant helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Use organic mulch materials such as leaves, tree bark, or cocoa bean shells. Keep a distance of a few centimeters between the plant's stem and the mulch layer.

    The garden plant Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo thrives best in soil with a neutral pH value, between 6.0 and 7.0. A too acidic or too alkaline soil can cause problems for the growth and blooming of the plant. It is therefore advisable to regularly check the acidity of the soil and adjust it if necessary.

    To control pests in garden plants, natural pest control methods such as neem oil or pyrethrum can be used. In addition, regular inspection and manual removal of pests can help keep infestations under control. The use of chemical pesticides is discouraged as they can also be harmful to beneficial insects and the environment.

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    The Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo is a striking and colorful perennial plant with beautiful pink and purple flowers. This Salvia has a compact growth habit and reaches a height of about 40-50 cm. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, making it a valuable plant for the garden. The Salvia Salgoon Lake Flamingo thrives best in a sunny location and well-draining soil. This plant can be used effectively in borders, rock gardens, and as a cut flower.

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