Salvia splendens (Salvia)
Color Name: Saucy Coral
Salvia Saucy Coral boasts an abundance of striking, tubular flowers that are an enchanting coral hue. These vibrant blossoms are beautifully complemented by rich green foliage, creating a mesmerizing contrast. The flowers are arranged in tall spikes, creating a visually arresting display that is irresistible to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Salvias are known for their aromatic, attractive foliage in many different sizes, shapes, and hues, as well as for their bold, colorful blooms that flower over a long period. They are heat and drought tolerant and loved by hummingbirds!
Growing Tips: You can easily trim salvia to keep the shape or size where you want it. Doing so will encourage it to branch out and become thicker and more full of flowers. Regular watering and fertilizing will keep the plant at maximum color and growth. Once established, salvia is amazingly tough and will tolerate lower levels of food and water. However, severe drought will cause lower leaves to drop. If this happens, give it a quick haircut removing the upper 1/3 of growth. Once it is back to normal moisture levels, it will fill in nicely.
When planting in containers, hanging baskets and window boxes, we recommend using our potting soil which is specially formulated for our plants. An application of a time release fertilizer at the time of planting will help to ensure the best possible performance. Zehr's Osmocote blend is perfect for the job. We also suggest fertilizing every two weeks during the hot summer months of June, July and August with Maxsea, which you can purchase at Zehr's. Begonias, Impatiens and most plants grown for foliage normally do not need as much fertilizer.
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company.
Salvia Saucy Coral boasts an abundance of striking, tubular flowers that are an enchanting coral hue. These vibrant blossoms are beautifully complemented by rich green foliage, creating a mesmerizing contrast. The flowers are arranged in tall spikes, creating a visually arresting display that is irresistible to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Salvias are known for their aromatic, attractive foliage in many different sizes, shapes, and hues, as well as for their bold, colorful blooms that flower over a long period. They are heat and drought tolerant and loved by hummingbirds!
Growing Tips: You can easily trim salvia to keep the shape or size where you want it. Doing so will encourage it to branch out and become thicker and more full of flowers. Regular watering and fertilizing will keep the plant at maximum color and growth. Once established, salvia is amazingly tough and will tolerate lower levels of food and water. However, severe drought will cause lower leaves to drop. If this happens, give it a quick haircut removing the upper 1/3 of growth. Once it is back to normal moisture levels, it will fill in nicely.
When planting in containers, hanging baskets and window boxes, we recommend using our potting soil which is specially formulated for our plants. An application of a time release fertilizer at the time of planting will help to ensure the best possible performance. Zehr's Osmocote blend is perfect for the job. We also suggest fertilizing every two weeks during the hot summer months of June, July and August with Maxsea, which you can purchase at Zehr's. Begonias, Impatiens and most plants grown for foliage normally do not need as much fertilizer.
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company.
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Flower Color: Coral Shades Foliage Color: Green Shades
Height: 24 to 36 Inches Spread: 24 to 36 Inches Hardy in Zone: 10 |
Blooms: Spring to Fall
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
 Container  Extended Bloomer  Fragrant Easy to Grow Cut Flower or Foilage Border Landscapes Mass Planting Window Boxes
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Attracts
Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance
Deer
