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Annuals · MCH exam plant
Red Salvia
Salvia splendens
SAL-vee-a SPLEN-denz
Annual
Key ID features
Bright red flower spikes, square stems, hummingbird magnet, heat tolerant
| Botanical name | Salvia splendens |
|---|---|
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Category | Annuals |
| USDA hardiness zones | 2a–11b |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | No |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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