Autumn Sage 'Artic Blaze Fuchsia'

Salvia greggii 'Arctic Blaze Fuchsia'

Growth Characteristics

Autumn Sage 'Arctic Blaze Fuchsia' (Salvia greggii 'Arctic Blaze Fuchsia') is a perennial plant that is primarily noted for its showy pink flowers. It grows to a height of approximately 60–90 cm and blooms continuously from summer through autumn. It prefers sunny locations and thrives in well-drained soil. It has strong survival capabilities even in relatively dry environments and is also quite cold-hardy.

Propagation Methods

Propagation is mainly achieved through cuttings or seeds. Cuttings are best taken in spring or early summer; cut a healthy stem, place it in water, or plant it in a suitable growing medium to encourage root development. Seed propagation is performed in spring; sow the seeds shallowly, cover them to maintain moisture, and they will germinate.

Cultivation Methods
- Sunlight: Plant in a location with ample sunlight whenever possible.
- Soil: Select well-draining soil. Drainage can be improved with sand or other materials if necessary. - Watering: Avoid overwatering; water moderately when the soil is dry.
- Fertilizer: It is recommended to apply slow-release fertilizer once in the spring.

Uses in the GardenThanks to its vibrant colors, this plant is suitable for planting along borders, in flowerbeds, or in containers. It is particularly ecologically useful due to its excellent ability to attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees.

Important Pests and Control Methods
Autumn sage is a relatively hardy plant, but it can rarely be damaged by pests such as aphids or spider mites. If pests are found, they can be controlled immediately by washing with soapy water or using an appropriate insecticide. Additionally, care must be taken to prevent root rot caused by overwatering; proper drainage and watering control are necessary to prevent this.

Plant Family	Lamiaceae
Height	60cm
Spread	90cm
Colors	green
Bloom Period	May to October
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

Cherry Sage 'Melen'
Salvia jamensis 'Melen'

fresh snails
Salvinia natans