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while its semi-double blooms provide interest from bud through to fading petals

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Salvia 'Violette de Loire' decorative-dahlia-tubers-uk while its semi-double blooms provideSalvia 'Violette de Loire' is a compact sage with a wonderfully rich colour and a pleasingly long performance. From late spring to late autumn, it produces deep violet purple lipped flowers, neatly set off by dark purple calyces for extra depth. The effect is elegant rather than flashy, although Salvia 'Violette de Loire' certainly knows how to hold attention. Its fresh green foliage is aromatic, with a lovely blackcurrant scent when brushed, adding