Scarlet Sage

Salvia coccinea

Size: 1g availability

Flower
Max size: 6’ tall x 2′ wide
Average size: 5′ tall x 1′ wide

Usually Moist, Moist to Dry, Very Dry
Sand
Sun, Part Shade
Tolerant of moderate salt spray

AKA: Blood Sage, Indian Fire, Tropical Sage, Red Salvia

Scarlet Sage is a heavy bloomer that has long spikes of red flowers during any time of the year that its warm enough. It prolifically self-seeds. To maximize flowering and prevent overgrowth, you can prune it back periodically. It is not edible. Many pollinators are attracted to it, including butterflies and hummingbirds.

It makes a decent cut flower, and can be added to potpourri.