- USDA Hardiness Zones 9-10
- Height 2-3 Feet Tall
- Spread 2-3 Feet Wide
You are going to love this new Salvia. The Saucy Wine Salvia is often grown for its luscious burgundy red flower spikes that last from spring to fall. It is a sterile and self-cleaning version so no need for deadheading! Pollinators and hummingbirds also love this one. It has a resistance to deer and simple maintenance.
Lush green foliage is paired with deep burgundy flower spikes. The Saucy Wine Salvia has a generous bloom season, lasting from April to November. There is no deadheading required to keep blooms coming back. This plant grows to a height and width of two to three feet. It is a perfect addition to flower beds, border planting, and containers. Add this one to your cutting garden for a beautiful cut flower or plant in masses.
Saucy Wine Salvia Care
The Saucy Wine Salvia should be planted in full sun for best results. It can tolerate short periods of light shade at minimum six hours of sun each day is required. Soil needs to be hummus rich and fertile. Soil should always remain moist and be well-drained. Ph level of the soil can vary and will be tolerated. Water needs for the Saucy Wine Salvia are average. Fertilizer should be applied yearly in the spring. Deadheading is not necessary.
Saucy Wine Salvia Spacing
Spacing for the Saucy Wine Salvia should be thirty-six inches, center on center. Proper spacing ensures your plant has plenty of room to grow and develop a strong root system. If container planting is desired, use a five to seven gallon size.
Saucy Wine Salvia Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-10 |
| Flower Color(s): Burgundy Red |
| Bloom Period: Spring to Fall |
| Foliage Color(s): Lush Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun |
| Height: 2-3 Feet |
| Spread: 2-3 Feet |
| Habit: Compact |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Heat Tolerant, Rebloomer, Attracts Butterflies |
| Scientific Name: Salvia splendens |
| Common Name: Saucy Wine Salvia |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
- SKU:
- 5407Q
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
