Salvia New Dimension Blue Seed
Best perennial choice for gardeners seeking fast-blooming, compact container color.
Discover the Salvia New Dimension Blue Seed, a superior perennial flower offering the advantages of vegetative salvias with faster maturity and cost-effective seed production. This variety is ideal for gardeners and production needs, yielding compact, well-branched plants perfect for containers. Enjoy vibrant, long-lasting violet-blue blooms that grace your garden throughout the summer. As a first-year flowering perennial, it provides excellent retail appeal and reliable performance for various landscaping projects. Sow 2-3 seeds per cell for beautiful, economical results.
$14.74
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
78
/ 1808
#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-22%
Below average
Color
Violet-blue
/ Violet-blue
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, vibrant floral displays
- Residents in hot, dry climates needing resilient plants
- Pollinator advocates wanting season-long garden activity
Who should skip it
- Impatient growers preferring fast-germinating annual varieties
- Gardeners in humid regions lacking optimal airflow
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts avoiding yearly replanting cycles
Performance breakdown
Production Efficiency
Faster finishing times significantly reduce greenhouse overhead and labor costs.
Bloom Longevity
Violet-blue flowers provide consistent color throughout the entire summer season.
Retail Appeal
Compact, well-branched habit creates a high-quality look for nursery shelves.
Germination Reliability
Standardized seed quality ensures predictable results for professional growers.
First-Year Performance
Delivers mature perennial blooms within the very first growing season.
Container Suitability
Ideal height and spread make these perfect for quart-sized pots.
Key Specs
Color
Violet-blue
Plant Type
Perennial
Plant Spread
6"
Plant Height
8-10"
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-75°F
Germination Lighting
Do not cover seed
Germination Days
10-21 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
60-65°F
Features
- Perennial for lasting garden color
- Faster finishing than vegetative types
- Economical production from seed
- Compact, well-branched plants
- First-year flowering
- Long-lasting violet-blue blooms
- Ideal for quarts and gallons
- Great retail appeal
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Salvia 'New Dimension Blue' seeds for their exceptional aesthetic quality and reliable performance. Reviewers consistently highlight the deep, true blue coloration, which offers a striking visual impact in gardens and containers. The variety is highly valued for its compact, uniform growth habit, making it perfect for borders and mass plantings without requiring staking. Gardeners report high germination rates, confirming excellent seed quality. Although initial growth can be slow, the plants quickly establish vigor, delivering a long, heat tolerant bloom period extending into late summer and fall. This combination of vibrant color and low maintenance solidifies its reputation as a top tier choice for dependable landscape structure.
Know before you buy
Yes, New Dimension Blue is a first-year flowering perennial. You can expect blooms during the first season after planting, rather than waiting until the following year.
Sow 2-3 seeds per cell in a warm environment with soil temperatures between 70-75°F. It is crucial not to cover the seeds, as they require light to germinate successfully.
These are compact, well-branched plants that reach a height of 8-10 inches with a spread of approximately 6 inches. Their size makes them an excellent choice for quart or gallon containers.
You can expect germination to occur within 10 to 21 days provided the soil temperature is maintained in the recommended 70-75°F range.
Absolutely. Their compact habit and reliable, long-lasting violet-blue blooms make them a great choice for borders, mass plantings, or container arrangements.
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