sage
Salvia 'Pink Dawn'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
pruning
Pink Dawn Sage should be pruned in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh, healthy growth. Cut back the stems so that the plant does not become excessively tall, leaving a few inches for regrowth. Prune away any dead stems or unhealthy looking branches. Be sure to take care not to cut into the main stem of the plant. After pruning, keep an eye out for new growth and another prune when needed. Feed with a fertilizer to encourage strong, healthy growth.
sunlight
For Sage (Salvia 'Pink Dawn'), it prefers 6 hours of sunlight per day. It is best to position it in a spot that receives full sun during morning hours, and provide some shade in the afternoon to protect its delicate foliage from scorching afternoon sun. This is especially important during the summer months when the sun is at its strongest. In the cooler months, however, exposing this plant to more direct sunlight can help encourage blooming.
watering
Sage (Salvia 'Pink Dawn') plants should be watered once a week, providing up to 1 inch of water per session. Water the soil around the base of the plant, avoiding wetting the foliage. Allow the top 2-3 inches of soil to dry before watering again. If the soil does not dry out readily, reduce the frequency of watering to every 10-14 days. In areas with extreme heat, additional water may be required.
Season
Hardiness Map
Lantana, or Lantana camara, is a beautiful and popular flower choice for Zone 9 gardens. This evergreen shrub produces vibrant clusters of purple, pink, orange, yellow, or white flowers and is often used as both a perennial and annual in warmer climates. Lantana is considered deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for novice gardeners and those with dry gardens. Lantana does best when it receives full sunlight, regular water, and fertilizer. It is generally a low-maintenance plant, and is able to tolerate both high and low temperatures. Homeowners in Zone 9 can also enjoy lantana in a number of ways â it can be used as a border along pathways or gardens, as a ground cover, or in containers. Lantana is also known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an ideal choice for the environmentally conscious gardener. Pruning is necessary to keep lantana tidy, with it generally done around early summer. As a tropical species, lantana will die back to the ground when temperatures drop to freezing; however, it will typically bloom again in the spring.
