Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Tidal Pool Salvia is an improved variety with calming blue flowers blooming from late spring to fall nonstop. The compact form and dense branching habit make it a great Salvia for the front of a garden border or container plantings. Salvia is a strong pollinator attractor and a food source for hummingbirds and butterflies. Tidal Pool is heavily scented and should be placed near pathways or patios to be enjoyed all season long.
Salvia is a very deer- and disease-resistant plant. Slugs and snails aren't even a bother for the pointed oval foliage. The flower spikes make lovely fresh-cut flowers and are easily dried for wintertime wreaths and displays. Tidal Pool Salvia has a naturally branching habit requiring little pruning or pinching, making this perennial low maintenance and attractive.
Tidal Pool Salvia Care
Plant Tidal Pool in a full to partial sun position that has well-draining soil. Soil texture can be anything from heavy clay to sandy as long as the drainage is good. Salvia is a drought-tolerant plant and excellent for water-wise planting schemes, although blooming will be more profuse when it is watered regularly. Fertilize Tidal Pool in early spring with a granular, slow-release formulation for flowering plants. The ratio of NPK should approach 1-4-2.
Deadheading will keep Tidal Pool looking tidy and encourage more flower spikes through the summer. Cut back flowering stems to a set of leaves. The whole plant can be cut back by half in midsummer if it has stopped blooming. This rejuvenation pruning will spark fresh new growth and a second flush of blooms for late summer and fall. Late fall or early spring is a perfect time for cleaning up the previous season’s top growth. At the same time, mulch with 2-3 inches of organic compost, shredded leaves, or arborist chips to help the soil retain moisture.
Tidal Pool Salvia Spacing
The mature height for Tidal Pool Salvia is 18-20 inches with a spread of 20-22 inches. Space plants 18 inches apart on the center to provide adequate air circulation.
Tidal Pool Salvia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 18 - 20 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 20 - 22 Inches |
| Spacing: 20 - 22 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Blue |
| Flower Description: Violet Blue |
| Bloom Period: All Summer |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Tidal Pool Salvia |
| Other Name(s): Tidal Pool |
| Scientific Name: Salvia nemorosa 'Tidal Pool' |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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