Salvia Gesneriiflora

Description

Salvia gesneriiflora
Brilliant Scarlet Sage | Bold Blooms for Pollinator Gardens
Make a statement in your garden with Salvia gesneriiflora, an eye-catching, upright perennial shrub that dazzles with vivid scarlet-red flowers and striking dark calyces. A magnet for sugarbirds and bees, this bold salvia brings life, color, and height to borders and mixed beds.
Key Features:
Tall, bushy salvia reaching up to 2.5–3 m in ideal conditions
Vibrant tubular scarlet flowers with dark purple-black calyces
Blooms in late winter through spring
Loved by sugarbirds, bees, and butterflies
Aromatic foliage adds extra garden interest
Growing Conditions:
Climate: Thrives in mild to warm climates. Can tolerate light frost but benefits from protection in colder areas.
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade; flowering is best in full sun.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate organic content. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Watering: Moderate water needs—water regularly in dry spells but allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.