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Saucy Red Salvia

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$17.99
  • Bright orange-pink blossoms and succulent foliage
  • Matures to 3.5' wide by 3' tall
  • Hardy in USDA Zones 9 - 11
  • Plant in full sun to part shade
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Description

The Saucy™ Red Salvia is a species of flowering plants that is native to Central America, South America and in the southeastern US. Many people cultivate scarlet sage as an ornamental plant all around the world due to the beautiful red blooms that form in the late spring and into early fall.

If you are looking for a fresh look in your garden or maybe are looking to attract wildlife such as butterflies and hummingbirds this is a popular choice. The bright red/orange hues are highly attractive to hummingbirds, and they are sure to love this addition. With the proper pairing of flowers, you can create a fun and rewarding garden that will make butterflies and hummingbirds happy for years to come. As you can probably tell from our previous statement... salvia plants are perennials. These are also plants that are very easy to care for might we add!

Will My Salvia Survive the Winter?

Once they have been planted and have settled into the soil, they will return for years to come. Perennial salvias are easy to care for and they do not require any special care during the winter months. This particular Salvia plant remains hardy in USDA zones 9b- 10b.

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

Spacing Your Saucy Red Salvia

Plant Your Saucy Red Salvia 1.5-2.5 feet apart for a seamless planting. Otherwise, Space plants 24-36 inches apart to allow for vigorous growth. Or, for an impressive planting more quickly.

  • Scientific Name
    Salvia splendens
  • Hardiness Zone
    9, 10
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Evergreen or Deciduous
    Evergreen
  • Features
    Aromatic, Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Disease Tolerant, Dwarf, Flowering, Heat Tolerant, Reblooming, Sun Loving
  • Feature Color
    Green, Red
  • Uses
    Accent, Border, Container, Mass Planting
  • Water Needs
    Medium
  • Bloom Season
    Fall, Spring, Summer

Growing Zones : 9 and 10

Map of USDA Zones 9-10
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Saucy Red Salvia

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The Saucy™ Red Salvia is a species of flowering plants that is native to Central America, South America and in the southeastern US. Many people cultivate scarlet sage as an ornamental plant all around the world due to the beautiful red blooms that form in the late spring and into early fall.

If you are looking for a fresh look in your garden or maybe are looking to attract wildlife such as butterflies and hummingbirds this is a popular choice. The bright red/orange hues are highly attractive to hummingbirds, and they are sure to love this addition. With the proper pairing of flowers, you can create a fun and rewarding garden that will make butterflies and hummingbirds happy for years to come. As you can probably tell from our previous statement... salvia plants are perennials. These are also plants that are very easy to care for might we add!

Will My Salvia Survive the Winter?

Once they have been planted and have settled into the soil, they will return for years to come. Perennial salvias are easy to care for and they do not require any special care during the winter months. This particular Salvia plant remains hardy in USDA zones 9b- 10b.

Pot size

  • 2.5 Quart
  • 1.5 Gallon
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