Salvia ‘SAL02’ (Intense™ Salvia)
Salvia ‘SAL02’ (Intense™ Salvia)
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Intense™ Salvia is an exceptionally hardy perennial featuring abundant scarlet-red flowers above dense, lush green foliage. Growing into a controlled, compact mound, it provides vivid colour without the excessive spreading or observed self-seeding associated with some other salvias. Its attractive form is ideal for borders, pathways, cottage gardens and mass-planted landscapes.
Selected for excellent durability, Intense™ tolerates drought once established and performs reliably through varying Australian weather conditions. It flowers generously with minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice for customers seeking dependable colour, water-wise performance and a robust plant that remains attractive year after year.
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Mature height
Approximately 75 cm
Mature width
Approximately 70 cm
Spacing
Approximately 70–100 cm apart; around 1–2 plants per square metre
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial; minor winter dieback may occur in colder climates
Foliage
Intense scarlet-red flowers with lush green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Abundant red flowers mainly from summer through autumn, with an extended flowering period in favourable climates
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade; best flowering occurs in full sun
Maintenance
Low; water regularly during establishment and extended dry periods. Prune after flowering if required to maintain shape
Root System
Fibrous, moderately spreading and generally non-invasive