Brilliant red flowers produced on a spike. Very free flowering . Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to October. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia
Brilliant red flowers produced on a spike. Very free flowering .
Additional information
| Generic | Salvia |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Light, Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Annual |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Protect from frost |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Dead head after flowering |
| Border | Border, Group planting, Pot |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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