A hybrid of Salvia greggii and Salvia microphylla, this semi-shrubby perennial bears bright red flowers throughout summer and early autumn above delicate green, aromatic foliage
Position
Soil Types
Max Height
0.5-1 metres
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
A hybrid of Salvia greggii and Salvia microphylla, this semi-shrubby perennial bears bright red flowers throughout summer and early autumn above delicate green, aromatic foliage
0.5-1 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Grow in light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil or well-drained soil. Best in full sun but can tolerate light partial shade
Propagate by basal cuttings, or by softwood cuttings in spring or early summer, or by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or autumn with bottom heat
pruning group 9 in spring, deadhead to prolong flowering
May be susceptible to slugs, snails, rosemary beetle and leafhoppers
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), Powdery mildews, Verticillium wilt and foot and root rots
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