Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower]
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 3'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower] plant details
Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower]
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower] plant
How to Grow Salvia sp. [Nice Red Flower]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka Salvia nemorosa 'Bordeau Deep Blue', Bordeau Deep Blue Salvia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus [red flowering]
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Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Scientific Name: Salvia 'Dyspurp'
aka Salvia greggii 'Amethyst Lips', Amethyst Lips Salvia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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