Salvia 'Hot Lips' is a striking and popular perennial plant known for its unique, bicolored flowers and long blooming season.

Salvia 'Hot Lips' - Description:

• Botanical Name: Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips'
• Type: Herbaceous perennial (can be semi-evergreen in mild climates)
• Height & Spread: Grows up to 80–100 cm (about 3 feet) tall and wide
• Flowers: The flowers are small and tubular with a distinctive two-tone color—bright red at the base and pure white at the tips. Sometimes flowers may appear all red or all white, depending on temperature and sunlight.
• Blooming Season: Late spring to early autumn (May to October in the UK)
• Foliage: Aromatic, small, oval green leaves
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established
• Benefits:
  • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
  • Very low maintenance
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
• Best Use: Ideal for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly