Summer Jewel Red salvia
Salvia 'Summer Jewel Red (coccinea)'
AAS Winner 2011
USDA zones5 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Summer Jewel Red salvia (Salvia 'Summer Jewel Red (coccinea)') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit its blooms. Deer rarely make it their first choice. It is drought tolerant and salt tolerant, so it needs little care.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Queen of Night tulip, and Mexican sunflower.