Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips'
Hot Lips Sage
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Early blooming, intense floral display |
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Bi-color flower, red lower pouch with white hood |
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Deer resistant |
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Fragrant foliage |
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Sold in trays of 72 |
This remarkable, early-blooming, bicolor sage was developed and introduced by Richard Turner of the Strybing Arboretum. Two-tone flowers vary depending on the temperature range; the upper hood is a clear white while the pouched lower lip remains cherry red. 'Hot Lips' provides months of intense floral display, autumn coxes foliage into a deep burgundy appearance. Gorgeous!
Height60 Inches |
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Spread42-48 Inches |
Bloom Color
RedUSDA Hardiness Zone 7-9a
Interesting Notes
Found near the Chiapas area of Mexico. The two-tone flowers are varying depending on the temperature ranges throughout the season. Due to warmer evening temperatures, summer months produce red and all white flowers on the same plant. Throughout the fall as evening temperatures fall, the blooms will come back to their bi-color nature.
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Thrives in average to dry soil in full sun. Water well upon planting and regularly until established. Drought tolerant. 'Hot Lips' is not recommended for fall planting.
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