Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' ~ Hot Lips Salvia size-10ct-flat Tolerates drought once established and

Tolerates drought once established and ignored by deer

(4) Photo by Beth Dunn

multi-stemmed plant typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet and spreads 3-4 feet wide

Foliage: The leaves are compound

Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' ~ Hot Lips Salvia size-10ct-flat Tolerates drought once established andHot Lips Salvia is a native evergreen perennial with an upright clumping habit and aromatic foliage. Spikes with distinct tiny bicolor two lipped flowers are white and red in cooler weather and flushes fully red in the summer heat. The blooms continue from spring until frost attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Flowers best in full sun and moist well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Perennial Origins: Arizona and Mexico