Salvia splendens 'Sao Borja'

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9a-11

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Salvia splendens 'Sao Borja' plant details

Salvia splendens 'Sao Borja' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia splendens 'Sao Borja'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia splendens 'Sao Borja'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Reaching its full height of 6' in its first year, this unusual shade-loving Salvia produces scads of smoky amethyst blooms Spring thru Fall. A wonderful source of nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, it is an excellent choice for deer-plagued gardens being both naturally repellent to them & also a rapid grower. Performs best in dappled light - happy in morning sun, but will not tolerate direct afternoon light. 'Sao Borja' is tender to the cold, she will need protection from any frost. For this reason she is often grown as an annual in colder zones. An excellent plant for quickly filling in a space and attracting multitudes of wildlife, she can also be grown in a large container (5 gallons or more) but may not reach its full impressive height. Tends to perform best in areas with cooler Summers.