Scarlet Sage

Scarlet Sage, also known as Tropical Sage

Salvia coccinea

Family- Mint

Central Texas Ecoregions- Blackland Prairie, Cross Timbers, East Central Texas Plains, Edwards Plateau

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade, Shade 

Wildlife Benefit- Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Bloom Time- February-November

Leaf Retention- Semi-evergreen, with a mild winter it might retain its leaves

Life Span- Perennial

Height- 1’- 3’

Width- .5’-1’

Native Habitat- Shrubland, Woodland, Woodland Edge

Additional Information- Bright red tubular flowers that create a spike above the leaves and bloom on and off throughout the year. This perennial can act like an annual in cold temperatures. It readily re-seeds to make more plants. Tends to get leggy, pruning can help make it more full. In full sun locations during hot summers it might go dormant and the leaves yellow a bit, it should pop back in the fall. Can be planted in full sun to full shade, but does best in part shade. Great for hummingbirds. 

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots. Biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground. I recommend not taking the plants out of the pot before planting, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)