analysis: landscaping (annual flowers) –      Salvia

What to know about the salvia flower –

Notes:

• About salvia:

  there are different varieties; but the one displayed in this post are annuals with bright red, blue, pink and white flowers that bloom all season long until the first front. They can be used as borders, in groups or dotted among other flowers to give your garden spotted color.

• Salvia is a drought tolerant flower – perfect for dry and hot climates:
  INFO: salvia splendens (scarlet sage, tropical sage)

• Garden Planning:

  plant them in clumps or in varying spaces among other annuals such as begonia, geranium or petunia. They grow nicely in flower beds with a height at approximately 12 inches. Salvia thrive is full sunlight on a hot summer day. They are a great addition when you need complimentary colors:
  INFO:plant, grow, and care for salvia

• Light:  full sun    –    Height:  1-3 feet    –   Width:  12 inches    –    Season:  summer and fall blooms   –    Features:  low maintenance, drought tolerate, good for containers, attracts birds, attracts butterflies    –    Propagation:  seed    –    Zones:  7-10: INFO: view growing zones
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