Scarlet Sage 'Forest Fire', Texas sage 'Forest Fire', Tropical sage 'Forest Fire', Blood sage 'Forest Fire', Hummingbird sage 'Forest Fire', Hummingbird Series
Salvia coccinea ‘Forest Fire’ (Scarlet Sage) is a compact, upright perennial boasting loose spikes of two-lipped, tubular, brilliant red flowers adorned with dark calyxes. Blooming from midsummer to fall, the blossoms are attractive to butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. The flowers of this showy southern native are borne well above the bushy foliage of heart-shaped dark green leaves. Fast-growing, this sage tolerates drought, humidity, and heat. Salvia coccinea ‘Forest Fire’ belongs to the Hummingbird series, which is noted for its extremely long blooming season and well-branched, compact plants. Use Scarlet Sage to add bright color and attractive foliage to borders or containers. Excellent cut flowers!
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Common names | Scarlet Sage, Sage, Red Sage, Indian Fire |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing |
18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Common names | Scarlet Sage, Sage, Red Sage, Indian Fire |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing |
18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Salvia coccinea ‘Forest Fire’ (Scarlet Sage) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Salvia coccinea ‘Forest Fire’ (Scarlet Sage) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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