Annual
Salvia
Salvia
Monrovia® · Proven Winners® varieties
Varieties We Carry
Bee HeavenSalvia coccineaBlueSalviaRockin PurpleSalvia
Sizes & Pricing
1 galProven WinnersFrom$6.95
#2MonroviaFrom$39.95
3 galProven WinnersFrom$14.95
Seed PackFrom$4.69
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun, Part Shade
WaterLow to Moderate
Mature size1-4 feet × 1-4 feet (highly variable by species)
About Salvia
Salvia (Salvia spp.) is a large genus of annuals and perennials producing spikes of tubular flowers in red, pink, purple, blue, and white that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. In NE Florida, heat-tolerant species such as Salvia coccinea thrive in full sun with well-drained soil, blooming spring through fall and often self-seeding in warm winters. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Red, Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Plant salvias in full sun for best flowering; partial shade is tolerated but reduces bloom. In NE Florida, some afternoon shade helps tender annual types like Salvia splendens endure intense summer heat.
Water
Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency — most salvias are drought-tolerant once rooted. Avoid waterlogged soil; NE Florida's well-drained sandy soils suit them naturally.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grow in well-drained, average to fertile soil. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer at planting and supplement lightly mid-season. Excessive nitrogen promotes foliage over flowers.
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Common questions
Is Salvia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Salvia is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with high salt tolerance, reaching 1-4 feet × 1-4 feet (highly variable by species).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.