Salvia Skyscraper Orange (Sage)
Skyscraper Orange Sage, salvia 'HYBSV18020'
Salvia Skyscraper Orange (Sage) is an upright perennial boasting tall, sturdy spikes of large, two-lipped, tubular, glowing orange flowers with matching calyxes. Blooming from spring to fall, the blossoms are attractive to butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. The flowers are borne above the bushy foliage clump of ovate dark green leaves. Fast-growing, this sage tolerates drought and heat. A striking waterwise sage that adds bright color and attractive foliage to borders or containers. Excellent cut flowers!
- Tender, this plant is hardy to zones 7-10 and is generally treated as an annual in cooler areas.
- Grows up to 14-28 in. tall (35-70 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in 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.
- Cut back after flowering.
- Propagate by seed in spring.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing |
12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing |
12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
