Botanical Name: Salvia dorisiana
Common Name: Peach sage Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape Upright, rangy, shrubby plant which has a coarse texture, large leaves and a distinct fruity scent from the leaves Height to 4 ft, Spread to 3' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil prefers a rich, well amended soil Hardiness some frost – Zones 15-17, 21-24 Morphology: Leaves Ovate, to 6" long fuzzy and dark green on upper surfaces, pale green and felted on lower surface; fruity smell when leaves are brushed Flowers Magenta tubular flowers borne at the ends of the branches in winter months – flowers can reach a length of 2", 1/2" across Fruit small capsule Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: Good background plant for perennial borders, for containers or for mixed beds – good source of winter color and attractive foliage Landscape Care: Watering appreciates regular, frequent watering Fertilizing provide balanced fertilizer in spring Pruning head back frequently to encourage bushiness and control size Pests/Diseases none major Special Conditions/Other Origin: Central America/Honduras Family: Lamiaceae Notes: |
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