| Genus Name: Salvia Species: chiapensis Family Name: Lamiaceae Common Name: Chiapas Sage, Meadow Sage Category
Tender Perennial
Hardiness Zone: Zone 8 & warmer: Needs frost protection in the winter, over winter indoors. Growth Habit: Bright fuchsia blooms and blooms throught the growing season. One of the best shade loving sages. Deep frequent watering as well as moisture on it's leaves to imitate cloud forest habitat. Height & Spacing: 1.5 -2 foot height & width Light Exposure
Part Shade
Filter Shade
Soil & Drainaged
Average Moisture
Sandy-Loamy
Rich humus
Well Drained
Bloom Color
Fuchsia
Bloom Time
Spring-Summer
Repeat Bloomer
Foliage:
Green
Propagation
softwood cuttings
Wildlife
Butterflies and Hummingbirds nectar
Nectar for Hummingbirds
Gardens Use: Use in hanging basket and containers. Comments: Half strength of liquid fertilizer througout the growing season. Cut back foliage hard in the late spring, encourage a rest period before fresh growth begins. If Chiapensis is brought into a light filter greenhouse during the winter, flowering will continue. It's a tireless bloomer. Where to Buy
Vincent Gardens | 
