Heatwave™ Sparkle Sage
Salvia (microphylla x greggii) 'EGGBEN004' PP #24,154
Pronunciation: SAL-vee-uh my-kroh-FIL-uh gregg-EYE
SKU #09428
| Description | Showy, sun-loving, compact and drought tolerant, this tough little shrub really shines! Masses of deep pink flowers with white throats dance above aromatic foliage from spring to fall. Ideal for the waterwise landscape, where it will brighten any sunny border, garden or mixed container planting. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Allow soil to dry between waterings. |
| Blooms | Spring until frost. |
| Mature Size | Quickly reaches 30 in. tall, 36 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| 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. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Bee Balm (Monarda); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja |
| 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. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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101 Market 8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e.
Otsego, MN 55330 -
14th Street Garden Center 793 Jersey Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 07303 -
3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse 1110 3rd Ave. West
Dickinson, ND 58601