Description

Turn heads with Salvia ‘Hot Lips’ – a bold, long-flowering showstopper perfect for South London gardens. Its striking bi-coloured red and white blooms dance above aromatic foliage from late spring through to autumn, bringing vibrant energy to borders, balconies, and containers. A magnet for bees and butterflies, it pairs beautifully with lavender, ornamental grasses, or Gaura for a pollinator-friendly display.

Plants supplied in a 1LTR growers pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 80–100cm (can be kept lower with pruning)


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  Mature Spread: 60–80cm


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  Flower Colour: Red and white (can vary with temperature)


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  Flowering Period: May to November


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  Foliage: Semi-evergreen in mild winters


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  Fragrant: Yes – aromatic foliage


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  Growth Rate: Fast-growing


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens; mulch in winter for protection


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  Position: Full sun


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Neutral to alkaline


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  Soil Type: Loam, chalk, or sandy soils


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  Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Perfect For:

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  City gardens and courtyard spaces


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  Containers, raised beds, and mixed borders


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  Low-maintenance seasonal colour


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  Pollinator-friendly planting

How to Grow:

Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot and prune back in early spring to keep it bushy and full. Deadhead regularly to extend the flowering season – it thrives with minimal fuss and keeps blooming all summer long.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.