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Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle'
Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle'
Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle'

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Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle'

(Sparkle Pink Mountain Sage) Long blooming Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle' produces prolific quantities of deep mauve-pink blossoms with white throats and dense, mid-green foliage.

Common name This is the non-scientific name used for a plant. A plant may have several common names, depending on the gardener's location. To further confuse the matter, a common name may be shared by several completely different plants. At Flowers by the Sea, we rely on the scientific name to identify our plants and avoid confusion. Sparkle Pink Mountain Sage
USDA Zones The U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones indicate the temperature zones where a plant is likely to thrive. It is determined by the average annual winter minimum temperature. Actual winter temperatures may be higher or lower than the average. 6 - 9
Size (h/w/fh) The anticipated mature size of the plant: Height, Width & Flower Height. 24"/24"/24"
Exposure This is the average amount of sunlight that a plant needs to thrive. Generally, full sun exposure is 6 or more hours of direct sun daily while partial shade is less than 4 hours of sun or dappled shade all day. Plants may tolerate more sunlight in cooler climates and need afternoon shade in extremely hot climates. Full sun to partial shade
Soil type This is the kind of soil that a plant needs to thrive. Most plants require a well-drained soil that allows the water to soak into the soil without becoming soggy. Sandy and clay soils can be improved by digging in compost to improve drainage. Well drained
Water needs Plants have specific water requirements. Water loving means the plant needs regular watering to keep the soil moist. Average generally indicates applying 1 inch of water per week, or watering when the soil is dry to a depth of 3 to 4 inches. One inch of water is equal to 5 gallons per square yard of soil surface. Average
Container plant? "Yes" indicates that this plant can be successfully grown as a container plant. Yes
Patent # This plant is patented, or a patent application has been filed and is pending and may not be propagated, under U.S. Federal Code, Title 35, Part II, Chapter 15 §161 without a license from the patent holder. 24,154
Hummingbird plant? Hummingbirds have been observed regularly feeding from this plant's flowers. Yes
Mature height The mature height of this plant in average conditions. 1 to 2 feet
Mature spread The mature width of this plant in average conditions. 1 to 2 feet
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(Sparkle Pink Mountain Sage) Long blooming Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Sparkle' produces prolific quantities of deep mauve-pink blossoms with white throats and dense, mid-green foliage.

This tough plant is a cross of Southwestern Mountain Sage and the Texas native Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii).

Flowers by the Sea grows ten Heatwave varieties, which the Melbourne-based Plant Growers Australia team of Howard Bentley and Steve Eggleton hybridized for hot, dry conditions throughout their nation.

Similar to their parent species, Heatwave Salvias are adaptable to cooler coastal regions. They grow particularly well in a Mediterranean dry summer/wet winter climates, such as in Melbourne and California. All Heatwave sages are compact and have the dense foliage of Mountain Sage rather than the airy look of Autumn Sage.

Sparkle Pink Mountain Sage needs only occasional deep watering once established, but also thrives with average watering based on local rainfall. It requires full sun, yet appreciates a bit of shade in areas with extreme heat. As to soil, it isn't finicky except for good drainage. 

Heatwave Salvias are ideal for borders, pathways and container planting -- settings which allow you to enjoy the pleasant fragrance of their foliage up close. 

If you are designing a wildlife garden, Blast Pink Mountain Sage is a fine choice, because it attracts bees and hummingbirds yet discourages deer.