Salvia viridis [pink]

Also Known As

Salvia horminum 'Pink'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 12"

planting zones

1-12

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Salvia viridis [pink] plant details

Salvia viridis [pink] is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green and pink foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia viridis [pink]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and pink
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, dried-arrangements

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia viridis [pink]

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I’m not crazy about the color pink (I have my feet firmly planted in Camp Orange) but something about THIS pink annual Salvia has my vote. Maybe it’s my general fondness for easy-peasy Salvia horminum or “Annual Clary”? I adore its showy bracts, ease of growth & gently reseeding nature. It makes a wonderful cut flower – fresh or dried, & it will grow in & thrive just about any season. Height is around 2’ & branching to around 1’ wide. Beautiful with soft blues & purples, but you know what I think? This would sure look snazzy with Papaver atlanticum ‘Flore Pleno’ – which is, you guessed it, ORANGE. Maybe pink & orange can get along!