Salvia Pratensis (Noun)
Meaning
Tall perennial Old World salvia with violet-blue flowers; found in open grasslands.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Salvia pratensis is often planted in cottage gardens where it attracts various pollinators with its violet-blue flowers.
- Gardeners appreciate salvia pratensis for its tall stalks that add a pop of color to open spaces.
- In its natural habitat, salvia pratensis can be found growing in open grasslands across the Old World.
- Some bees and butterflies find the salvia pratensis flowers to be a particularly rich nectar source.
- Salvia pratensis may be cut back after blooming to encourage new growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.