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Salvia x 'Skyscraper Orange'
Salvia x 'Skyscraper Orange'
Salvia x 'Skyscraper Orange'
Salvia x 'Skyscraper Orange'

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Salvia x 'Skyscraper Orange'

(Skyscraper Orange Sage) Brand new for 2018, this beautiful plant is compact, easy to grow in the shade and full of flowers all season long. They make outstanding container plants as well.
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. Skyscraper Orange 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. 8 - 11
Size (h/w/fh) The anticipated mature size of the plant: Height, Width & Flower Height. 24"/24"/30"
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. Partial to full 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. Rich and 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. PPAF
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. 2 to 3 feet
Mature spread The mature width of this plant in average conditions. 2 to 3 feet
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This plant is easy to grow in a variety of conditions.
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(Skyscraper Orange Sage)  Brand new for 2018, this beautiful plant is compact, easy to grow in the shade and full of flowers all season long. They make outstanding container plants as well.

All the Skyscrapertm  Salvias are similar to the Wishes- Wendy's Wish, Ember's Wish & Love and Wishes - Australian plants that have become important in many hummingbird gardens.  'Skyscraper Orange' is smaller in size than 'Ember's Wish' and more upright in habit.  The flowers are larger as well and displayed above the growth.  It is a bright and vibrant light orange with golden orange bracts - unique and eye-catching.

The originator of this variety claims a winter hardiness to USDA Zone 7B.  We have not validated this claim with our own testing at the present time.

Limited availability for 2018.

The Skyscrapertm Salvia trademark is owned by Ball Horticultural Company. The varietal name of this plant is ' HYBSV18020'.