SALVIA SP 'Mirage Pink Hot'

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Salvia sp. 'Mirage Pink Hot'

• Common name: Salvia, Sage

• Flower colour: Vivid hot pink

• Flowering period: Late spring to early autumn

• Plant type: Herbaceous perennial or tender perennial (depending on climate)

• Growth habit: Compact and bushy

• Approximate size: 30–40 cm tall × 30–40 cm wide

• Uses: Containers, borders, wildlife gardens, mass plantings

Ideal Growing Conditions

'Mirage Pink Hot' thrives in sunny, well-drained spots and is suited to a variety of planting schemes. Whether in borders or containers, this Salvia prefers warm, sheltered positions where it can bask in sunlight throughout the day.

Light Requirements:

• Requires full sun to flower profusely.

• A minimum of 6 hours of sunlight per day is recommended.

Soil Needs:

• Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

• Tolerant of poor soils if drainage is good.

• Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas.

Planting Tips:

• Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

• When planting in containers, use a peat-free multi-purpose compost with added grit or sand for drainage.

• Space plants approximately 30 cm apart to allow for good air circulation and bushy growth.

Positioning:

• Ideal for sunny borders, raised beds, rock gardens, and patio pots.

• Looks stunning when grouped in threes or fives for a bold impact.

Care and Maintenance

Salvia 'Mirage Pink Hot' is low-maintenance and rewarding. It flowers over a long period and only requires occasional attention to stay healthy and looking its best.

Watering:

• Water regularly during dry spells, especially in pots.

• Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid overwatering.

• Once established in the ground, it becomes fairly drought-tolerant.

Feeding:

• Feed container-grown plants every 2–3 weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser during the growing season.

• Border-grown plants can be given a light feed in spring and again in mid-summer.

Deadheading and Pruning:

• Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming.

• Lightly trim in mid to late summer to maintain a tidy shape and stimulate fresh blooms.

• In late autumn or early spring, cut back to the base to promote healthy new growth.

Pests and Diseases:

• Generally pest-resistant but may occasionally attract aphids.

• Ensure good airflow around the plant to reduce risk of powdery mildew.

Winter Care:

• In colder climates, protect plants with mulch or fleece in winter or treat as an annual.

• Alternatively, grow in pots and move indoors or into a greenhouse before the first frost.

Display Tips and Garden Uses

Salvia 'Mirage Pink Hot' is a versatile plant that brings brightness and energy to any garden setting. Its continuous blooms and compact form make it perfect for both formal and informal plantings.

Why Gardeners Love It:

• Long flowering season from late spring to frost

• Low maintenance with high visual impact

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Works equally well in pots, borders, or wildlife gardens

Great Companion Plants:

• Lavender

• Coreopsis

• Gaura

• Echinacea

• Ornamental grasses

Quick Care Snapshot:

• ☀️ Full sun

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• ✂️ Deadhead regularly for continuous flowering

• ❄️ Protect in winter or treat as annual in colder regions

With its vivid blooms and fuss-free care, Salvia sp. 'Mirage Pink Hot' makes an ideal plant for customers looking to brighten up garden beds and patios with lasting colour and minimal effort.

• Size
  2 Litre

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