Baby sage (Salvia microphylla) is a shrubby flowering perennial valued for a long bloom period and visits from hummingbirds and other pollinators. This listing includes approximately 50 seeds.
Important color notice: the supplier markets the parent selection as ‘Hot Lips’. This named selection is normally propagated from cuttings. Seed-grown plants may produce red, white, bicolor, or otherwise variable flowers and are not guaranteed to match the ‘Hot Lips’ cultivar.
Plant Profile
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Botanical name: Salvia microphylla
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Common name: Baby sage
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Plant type: Shrubby perennial in warm climates
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Light: Full sun to light partial shade
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Soil: Moderately fertile, well-draining soil
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Bloom period: Summer into fall, depending on climate
Sowing Guide
- Sow on the surface of a moist, fine seed-starting mix and press gently into place.
- Do not bury deeply; light supports germination.
- Keep at approximately 68–75°F and maintain even moisture.
- Germination may take about 10–30 days and can be uneven.
- Transplant after seedlings develop several true leaves, then harden off before planting outdoors.
Protect from hard freezes and avoid waterlogged soil. Mature size, flower color, and cold tolerance can vary among seedlings.
