Heatwave™ Blaze Sage

Name: Heatwave™ Blaze Sage
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 09945

Salvia (microphylla x greggii) 'EGGBEN005' PP #24,151

Pronunciation: SAL-vee-uh my-kroh-FIL-uh gregg-EYE

SKU #09945

USDA Zone

6-10

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OVERVIEW
Description	This aromatic, evergreen shrub produces masses of dark crimson blooms from spring to fall. Easy to grow, with a compact, rounded habit and exceptional tolerance for dry conditions. Ideal for mixed borders in sunny waterwise gardens, or displayed in patio containers. Evergreen in mild winter regions.
Light	Full sun
Watering	Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Blooms	Spring until frost.
Mature Size	Quickly reaches 30 in. tall, 36 in. wide.

DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen	Evergreen
Special Features	Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Growth Rate	Fast
Flower Attributes	Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent Act	Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.

STYLE
Landscape Use	Border, Container
Flower Color	Red
Foliage Color	Green
Companion Plants	Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Sedum (Sedum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca)

CARE
Care	Easily grown in average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Prune to shape in late winter. Feed in early spring. After a flowering flush, trim the plant by half to encourage continued flowering and a denser habit.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-10