Salvia x 'Vista Red'

Sage

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Common Name:

Sage

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

45 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Description

The number one choice for blazing red. This is the best compact bedder we have ever seen. Bushy 12" tall plants make a carpet of red that heat won't fade. Height 12". Grows best in full to partial sun. Annual.

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Blooming

Flowers are 2-lipped and range in color from white, yellow, salmon, pink, red and scarlet. For continued blooming, deadhead flowers.

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Growth

Most every sage plant thrives in full sun. Provide low to moderate humidity. Keep the soil around the roots cool. For continual harvest through winter, remove sage from the ground in late fall and pot up in containers.

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Planting

Plant sages in areas with good air circulation to prevent mold germination. Sow seeds of annuals in spring (don't allow the average temperature to dip below 60ºF); biennials in containers in summer; and perennials in containers in spring.

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Pest

Sages are susceptible to mildew and other fungal diseases. Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and whiteflies.

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Interesting facts

Salvia is the largest genus in the Mint family at around 900 species. The flowers of Sage plants attract bees, hummingbirds and butterflies. Most Sages have very aromatic foliage. The genus name Salvia is derived from the Latin term "salvare" which means "to heal" or "to save".

Sage (Salvia x 'Vista Red') - Soil and irrigation

Sages require good drainage, especially when they reach the wintertime. Freezes are more lethal when sages are sitting in soggy soils. Prefers rich loam.