A perennial evergreen shrub that produces bi-colour red and white flowers from June to August, which are very popular with bees and other pollinators. Prefers well-drained soils and full sun, and grows to 1m tall and 1m across. Prune in autumn to maintain a bushy plant.
Salvia 'Hot Lips'
£8.40Price
VAT Included
Position: Flower border / Container
Flowering months: Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct
Light: Full sun / Mix of sun and shade
Soil: CLoam / Chalk / Sand
Tested in our local soil (t.i.o.l.s.): Yes
Drainage: Well drained / Moist but well-drained (never waterlogged)
Life cycle: Perennial (lives for many years)
Hardiness: Fully hardy (in Bristol winters)
Over winter: Stays evergreen (small, dark leaves)
Drought tolerant: Yes