Scarlet Sage
Salvia Splendens
Overview
Scarlet Sage (Salvia splendens) is a vibrant perennial that thrives in USDA zones 10-11, bringing brilliant red blooms to any garden. At maturity, it reaches heights of 18-24 inches and spreads up to 12-18 inches, preferring full sun. This eye-catching plant is drought-tolerant once established and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, making it an ideal choice for accent planting or borders in a design that aims for both visual impact and wildlife appeal.
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Annual
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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