Killer Cranberry Salvia's cranberry-red blooms on medium green foliage

The many cranberry-red blooms stand out on medium green foliage

‘Killer Cranberry’ Salvia

Salvia microphylla ‘Killer Cranberry’ PP26609

Masses of magenta flowers on tall spikes lure honeybees and hummingbirds. Its prolific flowers are a killer attraction for people too. Dense, fragrant foliage, long-blooming and drought resistant.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 8b - 10b

mature dimensions

2-3′ high x 3′ wide

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More About ‘Killer Cranberry’ Salvia

Bloom/Feature

Masses of magenta flowers for butterflies and hummingbirds

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 15°F to 20°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Disease / Pest Resistance, Easy Care, Fall Blooming, Heat Tolerance, Longer Blooming, Reblooming, Tolerates Clay Soil, Upright Habit

Flowering Season

Spring to Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Cut Flowers, Groundcover, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Low

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

Pruning

Deadhead year-round and trim back in fall

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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