Salvia Greggii Mirage Rose

Description

Salvia greggii ‘Mirage Rose’ (Autumn Sage)
Sun:
Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily for best flowering)
Water:
Low to moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly during establishment, then allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
Soil:
Well-draining soil is essential; thrives in sandy or loamy soils. Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions.
Height:
± 30–45 cm
Width:
± 30–45 cm
Growth:
Compact, bushy, evergreen perennial shrub with a neat, rounded habit
Features:
Masses of soft rose-pink flowers from spring through autumn
Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Aromatic foliage with a pleasant scent
Uses:
Borders, rock gardens, containers, water-wise gardens, pollinator gardens
Care:
Light pruning after flowering encourages bushier growth and more blooms
Cut back harder in late winter or early spring to maintain shape
Feed lightly with a balanced fertiliser if needed
Frost:
Light frost tolerant; may die back in colder areas but usually recovers in spring
Indigenous:
No – native to the southern USA and Mexico
Edible:
Not commonly used as an edible herb