If whiteflies appear, spray down the plant daily with a good blast of water until the pests are gone.
If disease appears, treat with an organic fungicide or neem oil once per week until the problem is resolved.
Tolerates some drought once established, however flowers best with regular water.įertilizer: Mix in 1" of compost prior to planting.ĭiseases & Pests: Occasionally susceptible to mildew or rust prevent by planting in a location that has good airflow. It can be shaped into balls and squares, hedged or grown free form. Pinch back once plants reach 6" tall to encourage bushiness. Texas Sage is a very hardy shrub for desert landscapes. Those pesky deer avoid it, perhaps stayed by the unpleasant aroma of the bruised leaves. They offer a neverending parade of flowers ( at least until frost) and the entertainment of their attendant hummingbirds. Placement & CultivationI can hardly imagine a garden without salvia, for the genus has so many irreplaceable floral gems–easy to grow, trouble-free, many quick to bloom, and growing lustily in gardens and containers. When to Set Outside: In springtime, after all danger of frost has passed. Starting Outdoors: Direct sow about 2 weeks after last frost, when soil has warmed. Use a sterile seed starting mix and cover lightly with vermiculite to retain humidity. Starting Indoors: Start in containers 6-8 weeks before last spring frost.
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HOW TO GROW Salvia coccinea Sowing Instructions: Depth: Surface sow and firm lightly requires light to germinate.
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