Salvia x hybrida
This perennial sage is evergreen in all but the coldest areas of Australia. In winter it produces bi-coloured flowers of purple and pale pink or white.
With its upright growth and fresh green foliage, it provides texture and contrast in the garden.
A very tough and fast growing plant, which prefers a sunny to partly shaded position in moist, well drained soil but will tolerate periods of dryness and light frost. Prune after flowering.
Position: Full sun to Part shade
Height: 1.4m