A must-have for Willis and Houston gardens, this Salvia greggii selection is prized for its electric pink flowers and aromatic, small-leaved foliage. It is exceptionally tough, standing up to the most brutal Texas summers with style. Hummingbirds will practically fight over these blooms! To keep it happy in our local clay, ensure it is planted in a raised bed or a very well-drained sunny spot; like most Texas natives, it hates having "soggy feet."
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for maximum bloom power and a tight, mounding shape)
Height x Width
2-3 ft. Tall x 2-3 ft. Wide
Water
Low once established. Extremely drought-tolerant, but must have excellent drainage to survive Houston's heavy rain events.
Zones
7 - 9
Fertilization
Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring. Avoid heavy nitrogen, which can lead to more leaves and fewer flowers.
Pruning
Cut back by about mid-height in late winter (February) to encourage fresh growth and a profusion of spring flowers.
Deer Resistance
High (The minty scent of the foliage is a natural deterrent)
A must-have for Willis and Houston gardens, this Salvia greggii selection is prized for its electric pink flowers and aromatic, small-leaved foliage. It is exceptionally tough, standing up to the most brutal Texas summers with style. Hummingbirds will practically fight over these blooms! To keep it happy in our local clay, ensure it is planted in a raised bed or a very well-drained sunny spot; like most Texas natives, it hates having "soggy feet."
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for maximum bloom power and a tight, mounding shape)
Height x Width
2-3 ft. Tall x 2-3 ft. Wide
Water
Low once established. Extremely drought-tolerant, but must have excellent drainage to survive Houston's heavy rain events.
Zones
7 - 9
Fertilization
Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring. Avoid heavy nitrogen, which can lead to more leaves and fewer flowers.
Pruning
Cut back by about mid-height in late winter (February) to encourage fresh growth and a profusion of spring flowers.
Deer Resistance
High (The minty scent of the foliage is a natural deterrent)
