Salvia coccinea

Scarlet Sage

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Vibrant red flowering annual/perennial native to the Americas. Attracts pollinators, thrives in sun with well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established.
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Plant Details

Common Name Scarlet Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Species Coccinea
Origin Americas
Blooming Spring to Fall in suitable climates, continuous indoors with high light
Leaf Color Green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy loam or standard potting mix with perlite for aeration

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Watering

Moderate watering during growth, allow soil to dry between waterings. Drought tolerant when established.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates, high light essential indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Pinch back tips to encourage bushiness; deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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