USDA: 7a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H3 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread
60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The herbaceous perennial Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' (baby sage) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid summer to late fall. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' tolerates drought.
Cautions
The growth rate of Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' (baby sage) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
