Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen'

Sage

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Common Name:

Sage

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Pink

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Maximum width:

90 cm

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Description

This hybrid offspring of S. nemorosa and S. sylvestris features delicious fragrance combined with long, stately spikes with rose florets decorate this Salvia beautifully. It will reach about 3' high and will provide you with extremely long season of color (especially if you stay diligent in regards to deadheading). It's hybrid strength is reflected in its hardiness and drought tolerance. It can sprawl and get a bit rangy if not staked up.

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Blooming

Flowers are 2-lipped and range in color from white, yellow, salmon, pink, red and scarlet. For continued blooming, deadhead flowers.

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Growth

Most every sage plant thrives in full sun. Provide low to moderate humidity. Keep the soil around the roots cool. For continual harvest through winter, remove sage from the ground in late fall and pot up in containers.

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Planting

Plant sages in areas with good air circulation to prevent mold germination. Sow seeds of annuals in spring (don't allow the average temperature to dip below 60ºF); biennials in containers in summer; and perennials in containers in spring.

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Pest

Sages are susceptible to mildew and other fungal diseases. Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and whiteflies.

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Interesting facts

Salvia is the largest genus in the Mint family at around 900 species. The flowers of Sage plants attract bees, hummingbirds and butterflies. Most Sages have very aromatic foliage. The genus name Salvia is derived from the Latin term "salvare" which means "to heal" or "to save".

Sage (Salvia x 'Superba Rose Queen') - Soil and irrigation

Sages require good drainage, especially when they reach the wintertime. Freezes are more lethal when sages are sitting in soggy soils. Prefers rich loam.