Salvia Ember's Wish PP25183

Scientific Name: Salvia 'Sal 0101'

Also Known As

Salvia 'Ember's Wish'
Salvia 'Embers Wish'
Ember's Wish Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Salvia Ember's Wish PP25183 plant details

Salvia Ember's Wish PP25183 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia Ember's Wish PP25183

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia Ember's Wish PP25183

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Salvia 'Ember's Wish' is not likely to be hardy for most people but the hummingbirds are begging for it. They really are! Large, bright coral-red flowers are produced all summer long atop scented foliage. Drought and heat tolerant so its blooms will not fade in the heat. Ornamental sages are useful for full to part sun locations. Grow in a protected location against the house or in a pot that can be protected in winter or treat as an annual. Customers return every year to buy this plant as well as 'Love and Wishes' and 'Amistad' because they are so good at attracting hummers.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

The Wish Collection of Salvias, hailing from Australia, made an appearance on the west coast a few years ago, and have been getting noticed by all who are looking for long blooming pollinator plants. 'Ember's Wish' has striking orange red tubular flowers accented by pronounced plum red calyces. Outdoor hardy in zones 9-10, but its long bloom period makes it exceptional as a seasonal plant for containers or gardens in colder climates. Can grow 3-4’ once established but expect growth of 24-30” the first season. Plant in well drained soil, sun.