{"product_id":"lake-baikal-anise-sage-salvia-guaranitica-lake-baikal","title":"Lake Baikal Anise Sage - Salvia guaranitica 'Lake Baikal'","description":"\u003cp\u003eLake Baikal Anise Sage (\u003cem\u003eSalvia guaranitica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lake Baikal') is a compact anise sage about 50cm high and wide, roughly half the size of the species. Vibrant cobalt-blue flowers sit on navy-blue stems from spring to autumn, and the leaves smell of aniseed when crushed. It was bred to flower fast on long stems and is small enough for a patio pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCobalt blue on navy stems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark stems and calyces set off vibrant blue petals for a rich, saturated look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers run from spring to autumn on a plant that earns its keep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf the size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 50cm it fits pots and small borders where the full-size anise sage would not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick to bloom.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lake series is bred for vigorous growth and fast flowering on long stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees, butterflies and birds are drawn to the tubular flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatio pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact enough for a large container on a sunny patio or balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart in front of taller perennials for a band of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife and cottage gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e The long flowering season keeps pollinators supplied from spring until autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Lake Baikal Anise Sage in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Protect it from frost, though it might come through a light overnight one, so it suits subtropical, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens. In colder areas use a pot that can move under shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich soil with a layer of mulch. In pots use a quality potting mix and feed through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks, then water regularly in dry periods. Feed with slow release fertiliser in spring, and give an extra boost in summer heat with a seaweed tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip over after flowering to encourage fresh growth and repeat flowering. Cut it hard back in midsummer, when it has a little rest from blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Lake Baikal Anise Sage as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once it is in the ground. Tube plants are small but vigorous. Plant or pot them up promptly and water in well to get the first flowers moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause tube stock is supplied by our grower, it is not always available. When it is sold out, use the notify button on this page and we will email you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/salvia\"\u003eBrowse salvias\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003eBee and butterfly friendly plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/perennial-plants-for-a-cottage-garden\"\u003ePerennial plants for a cottage garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 50cm high and 50cm wide, half the size of the standard anise sage, so it suits pots and small beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom spring through autumn. Clip it over after flowering and cut it hard back in midsummer, when it rests, to encourage repeat flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs protection from frost, though it might survive a light overnight one. In cold gardens keep it in a pot and shelter it over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790875558207,"sku":"SAL-GUA-LAKEBA-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/lake-baikal-anise-sage-salvia-guaranitica-lake-baikal.jpg?v=1792210727","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/lake-baikal-anise-sage-salvia-guaranitica-lake-baikal","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}