Salvia Coccinea Flower Seeds
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Add vibrant color and pollinator-friendly charm to your garden with our Salvia Coccinea Flower Seeds, known for their striking scarlet-red blooms and long-lasting performance. These premium-quality seeds boast excellent germination rates and are perfect for borders, wildflower gardens, containers, or cottage-style landscapes. Loved by both beginner and seasoned gardeners, Salvia Coccinea is easy to grow and thrives in sunny spots, bringing bold beauty and movement to any space.
A favorite among hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, this fast-growing annual or tender perennial delivers a continuous burst of color throughout the season. Simply sow, water, and enjoy a garden filled with life, color, and the joy of flourishing blooms. Start planting today and experience the bright, uplifting presence of Salvia Coccinea in your garden!



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Features
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring
Growth Habit
Upright, Clump-forming
Flavor Profile
Not Edible
Plant Characteristics
Tubular Red Flowers, Aromatic Foliage
Use
Ornamental, Pollinator Gardens, Cut Flowers
Growing Conditions
Full Sun, Well-drained Soil
Harvest Advantages
Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies, Long Blooming Period
Plant Resistance
Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant
About Salvia Coccinea Flower Seeds
Scarlet Sage
Seed Names
Salvia coccinea Seeds, Scarlet Sage Seeds
Seed Type
Heirloom
Salvia coccinea, commonly known as Scarlet Sage or Blood Sage, is a native wildflower of the southeastern United States and Mexico. It is renowned for its vibrant red tubular flowers that bloom from early summer to fall, attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. The plant features aromatic, scalloped leaves and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun (6–8 hours/day)
Planting Depth
Press seeds lightly into soil surface
Sowing Method
Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks prior
Plant Spacing
12–18 inches
Days to Maturity
60–90 days
Soil Preparation
Surface sow; no stratification required
Hardiness Zones
2–11 (annual in most areas)
Water Needs
Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
Planting Season
Spring
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1000 sq ft