Salvia ‘Cyclamen’

Perennial | Bright cyclamen-pink flowers | Full sun | Frost hardy

Quick Facts

  • Mature size: Approx. 800–900mm high x 800mm-900mm wide

  • Position: Full sun to part shade

  • Flowering: Late spring through autumn

  • Flower colour: Cyclamen-pink

  • Foliage: Fresh green, aromatic

  • Climate tolerance: Heat and light frost-tolerant once established

  • Water needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

  • Maintenance: Low – light pruning and deadheading

Why You’ll Love It

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, it is fully frost hardy and attracts bees and butterflies. ‘Cyclamen’ pairs well with contrasting perennials like yellow Rudbeckias, Echinacea, or silvery-leaved plants for bold, colourful borders. Minimal maintenance beyond cutting back spent flowers ensures vigorous regrowth.

Planting & Care Tips

  • Plant in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil.

  • Water regularly during establishment, then reduce once settled.

  • Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the flowering season.

  • Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.

  • Mulch lightly to retain moisture and suppress weeds