Description
(Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’)
SPECIAL QUALITIES
Spectacular bi-coloured flowers on a medium sized perennial plant.
FLOWERS
Masses of red, white and red & white flowers at the same time; profuse flowering over the warmer months.
POSITION & USES
Plant in a sunny position in normal garden soil. Best planted in groups to maximise the impact of the bright red and white flowers.
CULTIVATION
Trim by about one third in late autumn.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed from spring to late autumn will keep it looking its best and growing well.
WATER RATING
- Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
- Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
- Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.
Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.
CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.
Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre | 2 |
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Habit | A shrubby perennial with firm thin stems. |
Position | Full Sun to Part Shade, Moderate Frost |
Height | 90CM |
Width | 60cM |