Description
Thrives in average to dry soil in full sun. Water well upon planting and regularly until established. Drought tolerant. ‘Hot Lips’ is not recommended for fall planting.
Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’
(Baby 'Hot Lip', Sage)
$15.99
Hardiness Zones:
10a 10b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9bQuick Overview:
Two-tone flowers vary depending on the temperature range; the upper hood is a clear white while the pouched lower lip remains cherry red. ‘Hot Lips’ provides months of intense floral display, autumn coxes foliage into a deep burgundy appearance.
Additional information
| Common Name | Baby 'Hot Lip', Sage |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 10a, 10b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Light Requirements | Part-sun, Sun |
| Height | 3' |
| Width | 3' |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | late spring to fall |
| Flower Color | Red/white |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
