Salvia gesneraeflora Tequila, Big Mexican Scarlet Sage
A brilliant red flower with maroon black calyxes on a 16" spikes with aromatic foliage. A striking ornamental that has a nice, erect bushy habit and is spectacular with many spikes. Blooming later from fall to early winter. A hummingbird magnet! Advise planting outside for blooms only in southern coastal areas.
Hardiness Zone 9 (8b maybe with winter mulch)
7 feet tall 6 feet wide (forms a colony)
Half shade best, filter late afternoon sun
Soil: Average, sandy loam, humus and lime are helpful
Moisture: Deep weekly during dry spells, drought tolerant once establisher
Late Bloomer Fall - Winter
Plant container size when available:
2.5" starter liner, 4" deep quart, 6" jumbo