Salvia microphylla 'San Carlos Festival'
Mexican Mint Sage, Cherry Sage
Description
The Mexican mint sage is an evergreen shrub that grows 4 ft. tall. It has bright pink flowers throughout the entire year. This shrub is drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.