Salvia greggii 'Cream Soda' - P9

Description
The Autumn sage (Salvia greggii) is an upright, evergreen perennial that produces red flowers with a pleasant fragrance from July to October. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, humus-rich, loose, sandy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 60 cm and grows to a width of approx. 40 cm.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * evergreen

Spread
Mexico.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is required in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Salvia greggii forms red flowers from July. These exude a pleasant fragrance.