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Salvia x 'Elk Crimson Spires'
Salvia x 'Elk Crimson Spires'
Salvia x 'Elk Crimson Spires'

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Salvia x 'Elk Crimson Spires'

(Elk Crimson Spires Sage) Dark, dusky red stems and calyxes add to the drama of large scarlet flowers and lively green foliage in our FBTS hybrid, Salvia x ‘Elk Crimson Spires’.

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. Elk Crimson Spires 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. 36"+/36"/48"+
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
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. 3 to 4 feet
Mature spread The mature width of this plant in average conditions. 3 to 4 feet
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This plant is easy to grow in a variety of conditions.
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(Elk Crimson Spires Sage) Dark, dusky red stems and calyxes add to the drama of large scarlet flowers and lively green foliage in our FBTS hybrid, Salvia x 'Elk Crimson Spires'. One of its parent plants is the famous hummingbird magnet Salvia x 'Scarlet Spires'.

Elk Crimson Spires Sage attracts bees and hummingbirds, is drought resistant, handles heat, and looks dramatic in cut flower arrangements.

Yet children sometimes exceed the success of their parents, and that is the case with Elk Crimson example, its flowers are a purer red than those of Scarlet Spires, which leans toward orange. Also, Elk Crimson grows quicker, blooms earlier, produces more flowers over time, grows well in partial shade and tolerates substantial winter cold as a perennial.

Because of it's strong woody stems, Crimson Spires also stands up to wind better than Scarlet Spires. We think you'll love it, and we know your local hummingbirds will.