An erect perennial with hairy dark green leaves. Cherry-red flowers from summer to autumn. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to October. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia coccinea
An erect perennial with hairy dark green leaves. Cherry-red flowers from summer to autumn.
	
	
	Category: Perennials
	
	
							
											
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								| Generic | Salvia  | 
		
|---|---|
| Species | coccinea  | 
		
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | red  | 
		
| Soil | Fertile  | 
		
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade  | 
		
| Foliage | Herbaceous  | 
		
| Height | 60cm  | 
		
| Family | Labiatae  | 
		
| Spread | 30cm  | 
		
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect  | 
		
| Fragrance | FALSE  | 
		
| Foliage Colour | green  | 
		
| Flowers From | June, October  | 
		
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained  | 
		
| Protection | Protect from winter wet  | 
		
| Hardiness | Not hardy  | 
		
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting  | 
		
| Care | |
| Border | Border, Pot, Conservatory plant  | 
		
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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