Heatwave™ Blaze Sage
Salvia (microphylla x greggii) 'EGGBEN005' PP #24,151
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
Your plant(s) will ship to the garden center you choose as soon as they meet our quality standards and the garden center schedules a shipment. This can be as little as 21 days, but may take longer depending on the plant growth and your garden center's scheduled shipments.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Armstrong
10320 Friars Rd. San Diego CA 92120
- Lowe's
2318 Northside Drive San Diego CA 92108
- Walter Andersen Nursery
3642 Enterprise St. San Diego CA 92110
- Armstrong
1364 Morena Blvd. San Diego CA 92110
| Botanical Pronunciation | SAL-vee-uh my-kroh-FIL-uh gregg-EYE |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Quickly reaches 30 in. tall, 36 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring through fall; nearly year-round in mild climates. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Firewise, Green Roof, Mass Planting, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Sedum (Sedum); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca) |
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
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!