Growing Non-GMO Salvia Red Hot Sally II Flower Seeds

Most North American home gardens do not have the warm, tropic conditions to sow salvia seeds directly. However, for annual blooming, start salvia Red Hot Sally II seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the final frost. Red Hot Sally II salvia will germinate with full lighting. Once germinated, transplant seedlings to indoor containers or "harden off" if transplanting outside to a proper area. For direct sowing, plant 3-4 salvia Red Hot Sally II seeds 0.125 inches deep in warm, evenly moist, and well-drained soil in full sun. Salvia will grow as a perennial in warm, humid gardens and will show symptoms of wilting in cooler and drier climates. Provide light afternoon shade and cut-back spent blooms to promote lasting vigor throughout the season. Salvia Red Hot Sally II will bloom repeatedly throughout the summer, but may require extra watering.

Salvia blooms throughout the first summer and will die back at the first frost but will come back next year in zones 9 and above. Red Hot Sally II salvia is known to tolerate some drought. We recommend using a slow-release fertilizer or simply working plenty of organic compost into the soil each spring to boost growth. Salvia’s do not require fertilization past a yearly boost. Use mulch or other means to keep weeds down. Cut back fading flower spikes to prolong flowering and prevent reseeding if desired.

Salvia Red Hot Sally II in the Flower Garden

Salvia is perfect for low-maintenance rock gardens, garden beds, and borders. Plant it along sidewalks, roads, and driveways for easy-to-care-for color and blooms. It is attractive to pollinators like honey bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, yet it is also notably resistant to critters like deer and rabbits.

Landscape Use of Salvia Red Hot Sally II

Red Hot Sally II Salvias are perfect for annual or perennial beds and can be treated as either. These gorgeous plants add height, color, and texture to a design. They are perfect for containers and garden beds alike.

About Salvia Red Hot Sally II Garden Seeds

Salvia will self-seed and volunteers will come up the following year if seeds are not collected. They easily spread to fill in open areas if left to their own devices. This can be good when you want it to spread over an area, but it should be kept in check. The plants can be divided every 1-2 years if desired.

Salvia splendens is also non-toxic for humans and pets. Although it is considered safe to consume, not many people do because it is said to not have an unpleasant flavor.

Salvia Splendens, also known as Scarlet Sage, is native to Brazil and thrives in high year-round humidity, growing naturally at elevations between 6,500 and 10,000 feet. Wild and natural salvia plants usually reach up to 48 inches tall, while the world's most popular and commercial varieties used as decorative bedding plants at many shopping malls usually only reach as high as 12-16 inches.

Tips From Our Gardeners

”Salvia is a summertime favorite for good reason! Red Hot Sally II is a great pick for its fantastic color and compact habit."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Red Hot Sally II Salvia Seeds Per Package:

• 50 seed Packet
• 500 seeds - Wholesale
• 1000 seeds - Bulk

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