Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Salvia nemorosa 'White Profusion'
White Profusion Meadow Sage
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Height
- 1.5 ft to 2 ft
- Width
- 1.5 ft to 2 ft
- Flower color
- Pure white flowers densely packed along upright branching flower spikes
- Foliage color
- Aromatic gray green leaves with a textured surface and compact habit
- Bloom time
- Late spring through early fall
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Low to moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; shear after flowering flushes to encourage rebloom and maintain compact growth
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3 to 8
- Wildlife
- Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and pollinators attracted to nectar rich flowers
About this plant
Salvia nemorosa 'White Profusion' produces dense spikes of pure white flowers from late spring through summer, creating a long-lasting display that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Aromatic leaves are deep green, narrowly oval, and softly textured, forming a dense mound. The flowers are carried on upright stems above the foliage, opening in succession to extend the bloom period while adding vertical structure and brightness to garden plantings.
Originating from a species native to central Europe and western Asia, this cultivar reflects garden breeding focused on prolific flowering and ornamental performance. It is well suited to borders, cottage gardens, pollinator plantings, and mixed perennial beds, where its extended bloom season and clean flower color provide texture, contrast, and seasonal interest.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Waterwise Gardens
Companion plants
Bearded irises · Bee balm · Yarrow · Ornamental grasses · Garden phlox · Black-eyed Susans
Design tip
Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.
