I wanted to post an update in this thread because I am extremely interested in this Salvia since it seems to be a variety of the species that I think has a high possibility of being perennial for me, and I can never have too much purple! There is another one- S Guaranitica var violacea also- the blooms on it are lighter lavender colored and beautiful. When I called customer service at Flowers by the sea I was told they are not sure if they will have this one ready for this year - they are still evaluating it. One of the things I appreciate / that they want to be sure the plants have been garden tested and be able to give accurate info. In the meantime, when I got what was left of Robin Middleton's available seeds in January and to my delight both varieties were on the list. However The "violacea" variety was already sold out. I did get a packet of the "purpurea" variety so am excited at the prospect that I may be able to grow it this year (if I am successful with the seeds). If not I will certainly get one when Flowers by the sea does have it ready for sale!
