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Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)

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Plant information

Plant Description

Add a splash of colour and charm to your garden with Salvia Hot Lips. Famous for its striking red-and-white blooms, this hardy perennial flowers from late spring through to autumn, providing months of vibrant colour. Its nectar-rich flowers are a favourite with bees and butterflies, making it a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Salvia Hot Lips is easy to grow and low-maintenance. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and reliable year after year. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, or patio planting, and its long flowering season ensures your garden always has a cheerful splash of colour.

Bred for both beauty and resilience, this classic salvia is a firm favourite with gardeners across the UK. Buy Salvia Hot Lips from Middleton Nurseries and enjoy strong, healthy plants delivered straight to your door. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this iconic perennial is a joyful addition to any garden.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)

How do I prune Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) should be left through the winter, as the dead wood protects them from frost. They can be pruned in early spring, and more vigorous varieties may be trimmed again around June.

What are the common pests and diseases affecting Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) can be susceptible to aphids, capsid bugs, whitefly, sage leafhoppers, and glasshouse red spider mites. Additionally, fungal issues like grey mould (Botrytis) can develop in cool and damp conditions, especially during overwintering.

How often should I water Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)?

Water Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) regularly during dry spells, particularly newly planted ones. Established hardy salvias are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during prolonged hot periods. Avoid waterlogging, as it can cause root rot.

Do Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) need feeding?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) require light feeding in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser or compost. Tender salvias benefit from fertilisation every 2–4 weeks during the growing season using a liquid feed for flowering plants. Over-fertilising should be avoided, as it can encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers.

Can i propagate Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)

Propagation of Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series)is prohibited without a licence

Should I deadhead or cut Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) back?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) should be trimmed around April or May, a technique often called the “Chelsea Chop,” once new shoots start to appear. Cut back to the fresh growth, and continue deadheading throughout the season. Vigorous varieties can be pruned again in July to encourage bushier, greener plants rather than tall, woody stems. Salvias should not be cut back in autumn, as leaving the foliage intact helps protect the plant from frost.

Are Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) drought-hardy?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) moderately drought-tolerant once established, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun. Tender salvias are less drought-tolerant and require more consistent watering.

Are Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) good in UK gardens?

Salvia greggii ‘Hot Lips’ (Lips Series) performs well in UK gardens if given full sun and free-draining soil. It’s hardy in most areas, flowers for months in summer and autumn, and suits borders or containers. Avoid winter wet and prune lightly in spring.

All our salvia plants are grown in our specialist nursery in Staffordshire, UK, using high-quality peat-free compost. This ensures that every salvia you buy from us is healthy, well-established, and of the highest quality. Buy salvias online in the UK with confidence, knowing our plants are sustainably grown and carefully nurtured for excellent garden performance.