Description
Salvia coccinea ‘Summer Jewel Red’, commonly known as Scarlet Sage, is a vibrant, heat-tolerant perennial native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, and parts of Central America. Celebrated for its brilliant scarlet-red tubular flowers and attractive dark green foliage, this cultivar offers a longer blooming season from late spring through fall, making it a favorite for pollinator gardens as it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant typically grows to a height of 18-24 inches with a compact, bushy habit, making it versatile for borders, containers, and mass plantings. ‘Summer Jewel Red’ is prized for its adaptability to a range of soil types and its tolerance to drought once established, which reflects its native habitat’s conditions. Its easy maintenance and extended flowering period have made it a popular choice among gardeners seeking both color and wildlife support. This selection of Salvia coccinea has garnered recognition for its garden performance and reliable bloom production, underscoring its status as a superior cultivar in the scarlet sage group.