Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer'

Also Known As

Salvia x 'Shell Dancer'
Shell Dancer Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7b-10b

Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer' plant details

Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer coral and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: coral and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hummingbirds will find this beauty as soon as it blooms! Luscious bicolor blooms are rose pink with coral ageing to cream, with weather resistant substantial petals. Blooms summer through fall, really coming on strong as the weather cools. Pinch once early in the season for maximum branching.

By: Select Seeds

Gardening facts about Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer' plant

How to Grow Salvia x jamensis 'Shell Dancer'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- coral
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen