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Salvia Skyscraper Pink (Sage)

Skyscraper Pink Sage, salvia 'HYBSV16017'

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Salvia Skyscraper Pink, Skyscraper Pink Sage,  Skyscraper Series, Pink Salvia, Pink Sage

Salvia Skyscraper Pink (Sage) is an upright perennial boasting tall, sturdy spikes of large, two-lipped, tubular pink flowers with rose gold 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.

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Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 10
Plant Type Annuals, Perennials
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Common names Sage
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, Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage
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Salvia involucrata ‘Bethellii’ (Rosy-Leaf Sage)
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Erigeron karvinskianus (Mexican Daisy)
Achillea ‘Moonshine’ (Yarrow)
Allium cristophii (Star of Persia)
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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.
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Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 10
Plant Type Annuals, Perennials
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Common names Sage
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, Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage
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