Q.Overgrown Salvias
My salivas appear to have grown so that the large leaves in the center have overtaken the flowering stalks. Should I trim or prune them? Thanks for any assistance.
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It is too late to thin them, but they were planted too close together. Salvias can get quite large and even more so with pruning. Likely, if you prune, they will grow bushier and crowd even more.
At this time, it will be best to leave them to grow until flowering. After flowering, you can deadhead for another round of blooms.
Next year, I would make sure to plant them, at least, 8 to 12 inches apart for the best flower set and growth.
Here is an article that will help you to care for Salvias:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/salvia/growing-different-salvia-types.htm
