Salvia microphylla 'Killer Cranberry' PP26609

Also Known As

Killer Cranberry Littleleaf Sage

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 30"-40"

planting zones

8a-11

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Salvia microphylla 'Killer Cranberry' PP26609 plant details

Salvia microphylla 'Killer Cranberry' PP26609 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy and magenta flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia microphylla 'Killer Cranberry' PP26609

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN - 40 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and magenta blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia microphylla 'Killer Cranberry' PP26609

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Intensely colored cranberry red flowers are produced throughout the growing season on this killer new Salvia. Killer Cranberry Salvia, a type of Littleleaf Sage, is an easy to grow and drought and deer resistant, mounding perennial that attracts a variety of pollinators including hummingbirds, butterflies, and larger bees. Provide your Killer Cranberry Salvia, a.k.a. Littleleaf Sage, with good drainage and ample sunlight for the best performance and a winter mulch in the cooler portions of its growing range. In late winter it can be cut back to about 6-12" high if desired.