Salvia
Salvia
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 21, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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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
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
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 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.
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.