Heatwave™ Sparkle Sage
Salvia (microphylla x greggii) 'EGGBEN004' PP #24,154
SKU
09428
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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Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
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- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
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- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| 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 until frost; nearly year-round in mild climates. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Green Roof, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, 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, Heat Loving, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Bee Balm (Monarda); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja |
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
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