red seed plant Scarlet Sage Flower seeds

red seed plant Scarlet Sage Flower seedsThe Scarlet Sage (Salvia coccinea), also called Blood Sage, Texas Sage, and Indian Fire, is a fast growing, tender perennial in the mint family. Produces dense 10" spikes of small, tubular, bright red fragrant blossoms with long stamens. Grows 1' 3' tall on square stems with hairy, heart shaped foliage. Can be grown as an annual in colder climates. A striking pop of color in any garden or vase. The leaves of Scarlet Sage are edible, but the flowers

The Scarlet Sage (Salvia coccinea), also called Blood Sage, Texas Sage, and Indian Fire, is a fast-growing, tender perennial in the mint family. Produces dense 10" spikes of small, tubular, bright red fragrant blossoms with long stamens. Grows 1'-3' tall on square stems with hairy, heart-shaped foliage. Can be grown as an annual in colder climates. A striking pop of color in any garden or vase.

The leaves of Scarlet Sage are edible, but the flowers are toxic to people and should not be ingested.

• Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial
• Bloom season: Spring, summer, fall
• Attracts: Hummingbirds, birds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Flower meaning: Good health, longevity, wisdom

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Salvia coccinea
• Hardiness zones: 8-10
• Planting season: Spring, fall
• Days to maturity: 65-85 days
• Cold stratify: No
• Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
• Spacing between plants: 6"-12" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-21 days
• Germination soil temps: 65F-75F
• Soil types: Sandy, loamy, dry, moist, well-drained
• Soil pH: 5.5-7.5
• Water needs: Average
• Sun needs: Full sun, part shade
• Frost tolerant: No
• Drought tolerant: Yes
• Deer resistant: Yes