{"product_id":"salvia-dried","title":"Salvia Dried","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDried Salvia farinacea Bunch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften mistaken for Lavender, \u003cem\u003eSalvia farinacea\u003c\/em\u003e (Mealy Cup Sage) offers something bolder and more structural. It produces poker-straight stems topped with dense spikes of velvet-textured flowers in a deep, electrifying shade of indigo-violet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Lavender, which can fade to grey and shed everywhere, Dried Salvia holds its rich colour and structure perfectly. It is clean, architectural, and unscented, making it the perfect choice for dining table arrangements where you want the visual impact of blue without a heavy perfume overpowering your food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRead More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🌿 What is Salvia farinacea?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \"Mealy Cup Sage,\" famous for the silver-white dusting on its stems which makes the blue flowers glow. We harvest these stems at the peak of summer when the colour is most saturated and air-dry them in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a sturdy, \"everlasting\" stem that adds a strong vertical line to bouquets, similar to a Veronica or Delphinium but in a dried format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🎨 Styling Ideas\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalvia farinacea is a designer's favourite for adding depth:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lavender Alternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it exactly where you would use lavender (jugs, wreaths, tied bunches) but enjoy the deeper colour and lack of mess!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e The deep blue looks incredible paired with bright yellow Billy Buttons or orange Strawflowers for a high-energy display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNapkin Rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the stems are strong and clean, a single sprig tied to a napkin makes a stunning, reusable table setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e📋 Product Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 156.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDried Salvia farinacea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 19.6px;\"\u003eDeep Indigo \/ Violet Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 19.6px;\"\u003eApprox. 40cm - 50cm (Can be trimmed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunch Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e5 Stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 19.6px;\"\u003eYears (if kept dry and out of direct sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); background-color: rgb(249, 249, 249); height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003e🍂 Adding Depth\u003cbr\u003e🌾 Rustic Weddings\u003cbr\u003e🍽️ Table Decorations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Dried Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a stunning everlasting bouquet by pairing Salvia with contrasting shapes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e🌕\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/billy-buttons-craspedia-seeds\" title=\"Billy Buttons Seeds\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eBilly Buttons (Craspedia):\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pop of Yellow. Blue and Yellow is a classic combination. The round yellow balls of Craspedia sit beautifully against the vertical blue spikes of the Salvia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e🌾\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-wheat-stems\" title=\"Dried Wheat\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eDried Wheat:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rustic Look. For a farmhouse vibe, mix the deep blue Salvia with the golden, structural stems of dried wheat or barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 1px solid #ffeeba; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Care Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile Salvia holds its colour brilliantly, all blue dried flowers are sensitive to direct sunlight. Keep your bunch away from south-facing windows to prevent bleaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; padding: 20px; background-color: #f4f9f4; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #dce7dc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 Grown in Norfolk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of our dried flowers are grown, harvested, and air-dried right here on our Norfolk flower farm, ensuring zero air miles and 100% natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56431658107204,"sku":"DRY-SAL","price":5.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/0692\/3076\/files\/FullSizeRender_bba723c5-d04a-4f82-9d2e-65132803d145.jpg?v=1771942743","url":"https:\/\/www.sturmergardencentre.co.uk\/products\/salvia-dried","provider":"Sturmer Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}