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Salvia 'Van Houttei Burgundy'

Common Name:
Van Houttei sage
Plant Type:
Evergreen perennial
Family:
Lamiaceae (The Mint Family)
Geographic Origin:
Hybrid origin
California Native?:
No

Plant Size:
To 3 feet high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Spring to fall

Flower Color:
Red
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils

Suggested Irrigation:
Regular to moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 25-30 degrees F.

Lush leafy shrub to 3 feet. Spikes of rich dark red flowers are abundant late spring to fall.