Salvia 'Cherry Lips'
presents a captivating sight in any garden, boasting vibrant cherry red and white flowers atop its mid-green foliage. This unique selection thrives best in sunny, well-drained locations, where it generously blooms throughout the summer months. As a classic cottage garden plant, 'Cherry Lips' adds a touch of elegance and charm to flower beds and borders..While the initial blooms may appear predominantly red, they soon develop the true bicoloured flowers enhancing the plant's visual appeal. Typically reaching a height and spread of 30-50cm, 'Cherry Lips' makes a delightful addition to any sunny garden setting.
To ensure optimal growth, provide Salvia 'Cherry Lips' with full sun exposure and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering, while moderate moisture levels support healthy growth.
When it comes to companion planting, consider pairing 'Cherry Lips' with other sun-loving perennials like Echinacea, Echinops and Achillea. These plants share similar growing requirements and create a harmonious blend of colors and textures in the garden, complementing the beauty of 'Cherry Lips'.
Often a good idea to take a few cuttings in the autumn to overwinter in case the winter is very hard.
Approx Height (10 yrs.)60-90 cm (24-36")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy may need protection
Flowering TimeSummer to Autumn
Cut FlowerCut Flower
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Flower ColourWhite, Red
Plant TypeHerbaceous
