Salvia elegans 'Honey Melon'

This upright, bushy plant has green foliage and small, scarlet-red flowers. The plant grows up to 60cm (24") high and spreads to 30cm (12") wide. It is native to Central America.

Point of Sale:

'Honey Melon' has a pleasant, sweet melon scent. This early flowering variety has an improved base branching and a nice contrast between its flowers and foliage colors. It can can be used as a culinary herb or in a flower bed. great for culinary uses.

Plant Characteristics

Growth HabitUpright
USDA Hardiness Zone8
Plant Height60 CM
Flowering PeriodSpring
Flower ColorRed

Plant Growth

Planting TimeSpring - Summer
WateringMedium
Light ExposureFull Sun
Growing Temp (°C)8+
Propagation UnitsRooted Cuttings, Unrooted Cuttings.
Available AsConventional.
Sales AreaEU, North America – URC Only.
Quantity Per Bag100
Recommended Pot Sizes (for retailers) Weeks Product Status
1L 6-8
Full sun or partial shade

 

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