{"product_id":"salvia-velvet-slipper","title":"Salvia Velvet Slipper","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact perennial Sage native to Mexico, Salvia Velvet Slipper is prized for its velvety, deep magenta flowers and glossy green foliage. The tubular blooms, shaped somewhat like a slipper, give this cultivar its distinctive name. Flowering from spring through to autumn, this striking Ssalvia thrives in full sun to part shade. However, it benefits from some protection during the hottest part of the day, particularly in warmer climates or during peak summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers well-drained soil and does not tolerate waterlogging. While it enjoys regular moisture, it is not drought-hardy and should be watered during extended dry periods. Velvet Slipper is not especially frost tolerant. In cooler climates, it’s best planted in a sheltered position or grown in containers that can be moved under cover during winter. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain a neat shape and promote continued blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Salvia is well-suited to borders, small garden beds, or containers. It attracts bees and small pollinators and pairs beautifully with other perennials or soft-textured shrubs in cottage-style plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for perennial borders Salvias are a riot of colour from Spring through to Autumn. Usually quite drought tolerant and only needing watering during extremely dry periods these perennials are a very good choice for waterwise flower beds and difficult spots and will attract birds and bees into your garden. A good pruning after flowering will ensure strong bushy regrowth for the next season. Most Salvias are suitable for a full sun to part shade position and require very little water once established. Perfect for pots and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Express Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53828500586680,"sku":"P68SALVSL","price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0805\/2920\/files\/salvia-p68salvsl-velvet-slipper.jpg?v=1785387804","url":"https:\/\/gardenexpress.com.au\/products\/salvia-velvet-slipper","provider":"Garden Express Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}