Description
AAS WINNER DETAILS
Winner Type: National
Class: Salvia
Variety Name: Summer Jewel Pink
Genus: Salvia
Species: coccinea
Year: 2012
Common Name: Salvia
Type: Flowers from Seed
Breeder: Takii & Co., Ltd.
Close Market Comparison: Coral Nymph
PLANT NEEDS
Duration Type: Annual
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Normal
Dead Heading Recommended: No
Staking Required: No
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Foliage Color: Green
Plant Habit: Upright, compact
Plant Height: 18 inches
Bloom Time: Late spring, summer, fall
Bloom Color: Pink
Bloom Color Pattern: Solid
Bloom Size: 1/2 inch
IN THE GARDEN
Container: Yes
Pollinator Friendly: Bees, hummingbirds
Garden Spacing: 10-12 inches
Medium Height Divider: Yes
HOW TO GROW
Germination: maintain soil temperature of 68 – 70°F (20-21°C.) Emergence in 3 days. Covered. Once germinated keep the temperature at 60° – 85°F (16° – 29°C). Transplant 20-25 days after sowing. Flowers in 45-55 days. Temperature 70 – 85°F (21 – 29°C) day/ 60-70°F (16 – 21°C) night. In the garden, space plants 10-12 inches apart.
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