Perfect Profusion Salvia (PW)

Overview

• Botanical Name: Salvia nemorosa ‘Perfect Profusion’. 

• Hardiness Zones: 3‑8 (excellent for cold climates) 

• Mature Size: Approx 16‑20 in tall × 16‑20 in wide (41‑51 cm) 

• Flower Colour & Habit: Soft icy‑blue flower spikes over a rounded green mound. Reblooming when cut back. 

• Wildlife & Pest Notes: Attracts bees, butterflies & hummingbirds; resists deer & rabbits. 

Light & Site Requirements

• Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours) is optimal. Part sun tolerated but best color & bloom with more sun. 

• Soil: Prefers well‑drained soil; thrives in average, dry to medium soils. Avoid heavy, water‑logged ground. 

• Spacing: Plan for ~16‑20 inches between plants to allow full mound form. 

Watering & Maintenance

• Watering: Water regularly until established. Once established, moderately drought‑tolerant but performs best with some consistent moisture. 

• Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring if soil is poor. Over‑fertilizing may cause weak/floppy growth. 

• Pruning / Dead‑heading: After the main bloom, remove spent flower spikes (deadhead) to encourage rebloom. In late season or early spring you can cut back to basal foliage to renew the plant. 

Cold‑Climate / Zone 3 Considerations

• With hardiness down to Zone 3, this plant is suitable for colder climates (including your region) provided the planting site is favorable. 

• Ensure excellent drainage — the plant dislikes being in soggy or poorly drained soils, especially during winter thaw.

• Choose a sunny, sheltered from extreme wind site if possible for best performance.

• In spring, remove any winter‑damaged foliage and allow fresh growth.

• Because it is compact, it suits front‑of‑border, rock garden, or container use in cold‑climate gardens.

Photos from Proven Winners