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Salvia fulgens

Salvia fulgens · Shrub

Hardiness
None Not rated by RHS (to None)
Position
Full sun
Height × Spread
50–100 cm × 40–90 cm
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil.
Flowering
July–October
Toxicity
No toxicity recorded

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Aphids: Squash by hand or spray with a strong jet of water; use insecticidal soap if infestation is severe.

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and apply a fungicide if necessary.

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers like copper tape or crushed eggshells, or apply slug pellets sparingly.

Root rot: Ensure well-draining soil and avoid overwatering; repot if necessary with fresh compost.

Vine weevil: Inspect pots regularly and use nematodes or biological controls to target larvae in the soil.

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