Description
Salvia canariensis. 3.7L coir pot.
Native to the Canary Islands, this perennial, evergreen shrub offers fragrant purple / magenta flowers in the warmer months, that are loved by pollinators.
Traditionally, the leaves were used in tea by shepherds. It was used as a mouth wash, a tonsillitis treatment, to treat inflammation and fever, to reduce blood sugar and as a general tonic.
The leaves have antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties.
The plant enjoys a full sun position in well-draining soil and should grow about 2m high by 2m wide.
Drought tolerant once established.
