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Salvia splendens 'Red Hot Sally'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   11   RHS:   FT   EGF:   G2   Australia:   5  
Care Level
Height 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tender perennial Salvia splendens 'Red Hot Sally' (scarlet sage) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red flowers during late spring to late autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container and tropical.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Salvia splendens 'Red Hot Sally' . Salvia splendens 'Red Hot Sally' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Salvia splendens 'Red Hot Sally' (scarlet sage) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.