Noted for its prolific blooms throughout the growing season, Salvia coccinea 'Summer Jewel Pink' (Scarlet Sage) is a compact, upright perennial boasting loose spikes of two-lipped, tubular, shell-pink flowers. Blooming from early summer 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 'Summer Jewel Pink' belongs to the Summer Jewel series, which is noted for its extremely long blooming season, exceptional branching habit and compact plants. Use Scarlet Sage to add bright color and attractive foliage to borders or containers. Excellent cut flowers!

• Tender, this plant is hardy to zones 8-10 and is generally treated as an annual in cooler areas.
• 2012 All-America Selections Flower Winner
• Grows up to 14-20 in. tall and wide (35-50 cm).
• Performs best in full sun in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soils. Appreciates some afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Drought tolerant once established.
• Well-suited to beds and borders, containers, city gardens, cottage gardens or Mediterranean gardens.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Deer resistant.
• Cut back after flowering.
• Propagate by seed in spring.
• Salvia coccinea is native from South Carolina to Florida west to Texas and Mexico.