Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee) 
Genus: Salvia (SAL-vee-uh) 
Species: darcyi x microphylla
Cultivar: Royal Red Salvia
Category: 
Perennials
***Treat as an annual where not hardy***
Height: 
36-48 in. 
Spacing: 
36-48 in. 
Hardiness: 
USDA Zone 5a to 9b
*** This Plant Will Live In Any Zone From Spring Until Frost ***
Sun Exposure: 
Full Sun 
Bloom Color:
Blood-Red
Bloom Time:
Early Summer till Frost
Foliage: 
Herbaceous
Aromatic
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Maybe cut back June 1st to 6"-8" to make a more compact plant. It will then flower at 2'-3'
Deer Resistant 
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 7.8
Available:
Early/Mid May
Pot Size:
Quart