Salvia aurea | Kirstenbosch Hellebore The progression of colour in

The progression of colour in one flower makes a stunning display

Cut back flower stems at the end of the flowering season and occasionally you may get a few shorter stems coming on dependent upon your climate

You can click and collect from us if you live in Auckland

Plants whilst short-lived will self-sow

Looks wonderful planted in big drifts or also makes a very handsome edging plant

Salvia aurea | Kirstenbosch Hellebore The progression of colour inSalvia aurea 'Kirstenbosch' is a tough salvia hailing from South Africa that has aromatic greyish green foliage and attractive coppery rusty bronze flowers from late spring, early summer and forms a dense shrub. The calyces turn from green to rusty brown after the corollas which are what attracts the insects that pollinate the flowers. The flowers are excellent for drying and for use in potpourri as they retain their fragrance. The nectar rich flowers