Castle Kennedy Gardens

One of the stars of the garden at this time of year is Salvia, bringing rich reds, vivid blues and plenty of late summer colour to the Walled Garden. This is definitely a plant worth slowing down for on your September walk.

Our dedicated Salvia border showcases the wonderful variety of these plants, from their different flower colours to their contrasting growth habits. Many of the varieties here are New World Salvias that originated from the Americas and they really come into their own later in the season, flowering throughout September and into October.

Be on the look out for familiar favourites such as ‘Hot Lips’, as well as ‘Amistad’ which was discovered in Argentina and named using the Spanish word for friendship. Many Salvias are half-hardy, but the relatively mild climate of south west Scotland means they can often be successfully overwintered here in the ground.

With around 1,000 Salvia species found across the world, there is an incredible diversity to discover. At Castle Kennedy Gardens, this is a particularly lovely time to enjoy them. ... See MoreSee Less

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