Recommended for its low, naturally ball shaped growthThis cultivar originates from New Zealand.?Golf Ball? has a very round shape, not more than 1 m in dimension. It grows rapidly and stands out by its dense branches from the base upwards.Its evergreen foliage is light green.Discrete violet-brown flowers appear in Mai and June. The have a scent of honey but are of no decorative interest. 'Golf Ball' resists rather well to drought, and to temperatures of -5 to -10° C. It is excellent for the sea side because it accepts mist and wind.Recommended for small areas and low hedges, it is also suitable for pots and as topiary, like box.
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Original violet from May to the first frosts
The flowers, more than 3 cm long, are of an intense, velvety violet, with a purplish blue light in its centre. The flowering starts abundantly in May and continues until the first frosts.VIOLETTE DE LOIRE® has an upright and well-branched shape.The foliage is small, dark green, semi-evergreen and naturally aromatic.An easy plant for the garden, in well draining soil, also tolerates being planted in a pot. The Salvia range on sale by SAPHO offer a beautiful palette of colours.
Trophies:
INNOVERT® silver medal 2013 Horticulture Category (Angers - FRANCE)