Salvia
Also called scarlet sage
(Salvia sp.)
 
One- to 2-inch, tubular flowers clustered on spikes.  Plants 14 to 20 inches tall; dwarf varieties 12 inches.  Deep scarlet, pink, blue, white.
 
Soil and Light
Full sun or partial shade.  Rich, well-drained soil.
 
Planting
Start 6 to 10 weeks early indoors or buy transplants.
 
Comments
Use plants in beds, borders, and patio tubs.  Bright colors can be almost overpowering.