Description

Known as ‘red arrow’ these annuals are Brazilian natives and feature dense spikes of deep red flowers from June to November. Great for attracting butterflies and bees to the garden, they’re happy in sunny and partially shady locations making them a versatile addition to any garden.

Members of the sage family, they have fragrant foliage (with the added bonus of it deterring rabbits and deer from having a nibble). They form a striking almost regal accent in containers hanging baskets and beds.
They prefer well-drained light soil and need plenty of water and sunshine. In return you’ll be blessed with stunning ruby red flowers from spring and well into summer.

• Mature Height: 10-50cm


• Mature Spread: 10-50cm


• Flower Colour: Red


• Flowering Time: Summer-Autumn


• Foliage: Annual (spring-autumn)


• Fragrant: Foliage


• Growth Rate: Medium


• Hardiness: Relatively hardy


• Position: Full sun, partial shade


• Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained; well drained


• Soil PH: Acid, alkaline, neutral


• Soil Type: Loam, sand

Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.