Salvia Scarlet Seeds

A dazzling and free flowering annual with vivid scarlet flower spikes held above lush green foliage.

 

Scarlet Sage produces masses of upright blooms from midsummer until autumn, creating bold colour displays in borders, bedding schemes, and containers.

 

The nectar rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hoverflies, adding ecological value to seasonal gardens.

 

This easy to grow annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil, flowering continuously and providing long-lasting impact. Perfect for cottage gardens, pollinator-friendly schemes, and decorative summer planting.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.3 grams

 

Sow February to April indoors or direct from May

Germination 14 to 21 days at 18 to 21°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height/Spread 30 to 50 cm tall, 25 to 35 cm spread

Flowering July to October

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist well drained compost and lightly cover with fine soil or vermiculite. Maintain temperatures at 18 to 21°C in a propagator or covered tray. Germination usually occurs within 2 to 3 weeks. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off and plant out after last frost spacing 25 to 35 cm apart. For direct sowing wait until soil is warm and frost risk has passed.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Water regularly during dry spells and feed lightly with a balanced fertiliser to encourage abundant blooms. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the display and maintain tidy growth. Scarlet Sage thrives in sunny positions and is excellent for bedding, borders, and decorative summer displays.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Vivid scarlet flower spikes for bold displays

Attracts bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

Easy to grow and long flowering season

Perfect for bedding, borders, and containers

Adds vibrant colour to summer gardens

 

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