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Salvia × jamensis 'California Sunset'
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A long-flowering perennial with scented foliage and vibrant blooms, this compact shrub adds colour and fragrance to the garden for...
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Plant description
A long-flowering perennial with scented foliage and vibrant blooms, this compact shrub adds colour and fragrance to the garden for months. Clusters of coral, apricot to salmon-pink flowers appear in succession from early summer into late autumn, carried on slender upright stems that attract bees and butterflies.
The dark green leaves release a pleasant, aromatic scent when brushed, adding sensory appeal as well as ornamental value. Its neat, bushy form makes it highly versatile, whether planted in mixed borders, gravel gardens, or containers where space is limited.
Tolerant of heat and drought once established, it thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from a sunny, sheltered position. Light pruning encourages fresh growth and maintains a tidy shape, making it an easy-care choice for low-maintenance gardens. Salvia × jamensis 'California Sunset' combines the floriferous qualities of Salvia greggii with the resilience of Salvia microphylla, offering both ornamental beauty and reliable garden performance.
The dark green leaves release a pleasant, aromatic scent when brushed, adding sensory appeal as well as ornamental value. Its neat, bushy form makes it highly versatile, whether planted in mixed borders, gravel gardens, or containers where space is limited.
Tolerant of heat and drought once established, it thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from a sunny, sheltered position. Light pruning encourages fresh growth and maintains a tidy shape, making it an easy-care choice for low-maintenance gardens. Salvia × jamensis 'California Sunset' combines the floriferous qualities of Salvia greggii with the resilience of Salvia microphylla, offering both ornamental beauty and reliable garden performance.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Salvia × jamensis California Sunset:
When planting, incorporate compost to improve drainage and fertility, spacing plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart and watering thoroughly.
To keep the plant blooming throughout the season, promptly remove flower spikes as soon as they begin to fade - this deadheading encourages the plant to produce more flowers rather than putting energy into seed production.
In early spring, apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and provide essential nutrients as it breaks down. Ensure the mulch is spread evenly, but keep it away from the stems to prevent rot.
Regular watering, particularly in dry spells, will help maintain healthy growth, but be careful not to waterlog the soil, as this salvia prefers well-drained conditions.
Finally, consider providing some protection in exposed or colder regions of the UK by covering with a double layer of horticultural fleece or dry mulch (bark chippings/ composted pine needles) to insulate the roots, or by using a cloche to protect the plant against hard frosts.
To keep the plant blooming throughout the season, promptly remove flower spikes as soon as they begin to fade - this deadheading encourages the plant to produce more flowers rather than putting energy into seed production.
In early spring, apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and provide essential nutrients as it breaks down. Ensure the mulch is spread evenly, but keep it away from the stems to prevent rot.
Regular watering, particularly in dry spells, will help maintain healthy growth, but be careful not to waterlog the soil, as this salvia prefers well-drained conditions.
Finally, consider providing some protection in exposed or colder regions of the UK by covering with a double layer of horticultural fleece or dry mulch (bark chippings/ composted pine needles) to insulate the roots, or by using a cloche to protect the plant against hard frosts.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
