Texas Scarlet Sage – Seeds (Salvia coccinea)

Texas Scarlet Sage is a vibrant, heat-tolerant annual producing spikes of brilliant scarlet-red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Blooming from summer into autumn, this easy-to-grow plant thrives in borders, containers, and pollinator gardens. Its compact, bushy habit and long flowering season make it a standout choice for adding bold color and wildlife interest to your garden.

Why Grow "Texas Scarlet Sage"

• Brilliant scarlet-red tubular flowers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

• Heat-tolerant and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Salvia coccinea)

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, containers, pollinator gardens, bedding displays

Ideal For

• Adding bold red color to borders and beds

• Patio and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Gardeners seeking long-flowering, easy-care plants

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Space seedlings: 30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun