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Scarlet Sage Seeds

Nectar-rich scarlet flowers are a beacon for hummingbirds

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Salvia coccinea

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Spring through Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 36 inches

COLOR

  • Red

A hardy mid-season bloomer, Scarlet Sage prefers full sun and will grow up to about 3 feet tall, a beautiful and romantic beacon for nectar feeders far and wide!

  • • Annual / Perennial; Bold, eye catching blooms
  • • North American Native Wildflower
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/16 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 49 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 4,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 16,000 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 64,000 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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    Scarlet Sage Seeds FAQs

    What is Scarlet Sage also known as?

    Scarlet Sage is also known as Blood Sage, Texas Sage, Tropical Sage, and Indian Fire.

    Is Scarlet Sage resistant to animals or disease?

    Scarlet Sage is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 6 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Scarlet Sage Seeds

    This was the best performer on the set of seeds I purchased. They have grown so much this year! The blooms are very vibrant. The germination success rate was very high. You can check out the progress photos. Seeds started Feb 26, Spouted on Feb 29th, brought outdoors April 8th, planted May 15th and last photo is today (Sept 4th)! Great bloomer as long as you deadhead. It has been blooming throughout the whole time and survived the Texas heat with some good soaking. I am hoping they need less water next season. Highly recommend this plant for someone just starting out with seeds. Hummingbirds have also been attracted to it.

    Ashley H. 5/5 Verified

    Scarlet Sage Seeds

    I planted these seeds in three different pots. The hummingbirds love the flowers. Next season, I plan to plant these in my flower beds.

    Lynda D. 5/5 Verified

    Scarlet Sage Seeds

    Sowed outdoors and had great success!

    Holdingmyhorses 5/5 Verified

    Scarlet Sage Seeds

    These seeds really were good. They terminated as expected. They haven't bloomed yet, but they are growing well

    Sean C. 4/5 Verified

    Scarlet Sage Seeds

    As near as I can tell, every one of the seeds I planted germinated and sprouted! The biggest plants now, after a bit over 6 weeks, are about 2' tall and are already beginning to bud!

    Elie E. 5/5 Verified

    Scarlet Sage Seeds

    Dug a new 'save the Butterfly's' garden.The scarlets are coming up in tiny sprouts. Ready to separate and fill in a larger seed box. Can't wait to see the bright color.

    Ginger F. 5/5 Verified

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