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Salvia coccinea [white form]

Also Known As

  • Salvia coccinea 'White'
  • White Tropical Sage

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

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Salvia coccinea [white form] plant details

Salvia coccinea [white form] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia coccinea [white form]

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia coccinea [white form]

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia coccinea [white form] plant

How to Grow Salvia coccinea [white form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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