Salvia coccinea (Scarlet Sage) is a versatile plant that thrives in sandy soils and adapts well to various soil types. Preferring medium water use, it flourishes in full sun, part shade, and even full shade. Scarlet Sage serves as an excellent nectar source, attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies while being highly deer-resistant. This plant is known for its showy, fragrant flowers that bloom year-round, offering vibrant red, pink, or white blossoms. Its loose, widely spaced flowering spikes make it a standout in ornamental gardens, and it easily reseeds, ensuring continued growth.
Scientific Name: Salvia coccinea P.J.
Origin: Texas, Southeast U.S.
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Spread: 1 to 2 feet
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Water: Medium
Blooms: March-November
USDA Zones: 8-11
