Salvias are among the hardest-working perennials in a summer garden, producing spikes of vivid blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds for months on end. While these pollinator-friendly favorites are remarkably low maintenance, a little attention in June can make the difference between a brief flowering display and continuous color that lasts right through summer and into fall.
By mid-June, many salvia types are finishing their first major flush of blooms. Whether you grow salvia in sunny borders, pollinator gardens, or patio containers, now is the time to give plants a little care. A few simple tasks, including deadheading and light pruning, will encourage fresh growth and help keep salvias flowering repeatedly for the rest of the season.
