Flowers - Scarlet Sage
The Scarlet Sage (Salvia coccinea), also called Blood Sage, Texas Sage, and Indian Fire, is a fast-growing, tender perennial in the mint family. Produces dense 10" spikes of small, tubular, bright red fragrant blossoms with long stamens. Grows 1'-3' tall on square stems with hairy, heart-shaped foliage. Can be grown as an annual in colder climates. A striking pop of color in any garden or vase.
The leaves of Scarlet Sage are edible, but the flowers are toxic to people and should not be ingested.
- Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial
- Bloom season: Spring, summer, fall
- Attracts: Hummingbirds, birds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
- Flower meaning: Good health, longevity, wisdom
SEED PLANTING TIPS
- Botanical name: Salvia coccinea
- Hardiness zones: 8-10
- Planting season: Spring, fall
- Days to maturity: 65-85 days
- Cold stratify: No
- Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
- Spacing between plants: 6"-12" apart
- Days to germinate (sprout): 7-21 days
- Germination soil temps: 65F-75F
- Soil types: Sandy, loamy, dry, moist, well-drained
- Soil pH: 5.5-7.5
- Water needs: Average
- Sun needs: Full sun, part shade
- Frost tolerant: No
- Drought tolerant: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
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