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Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Blast' - Heatwave Blast Small Leaf Sage

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Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Blast' is an exceptional, vibrant shrub that adds a punch of color to any landscape. Known as the Heatwave Blast Small Leaf Sage, this evergreen dazzles year-round with its lustrous, aromatic foliage and striking cherry-red flowers. With a manageable size reaching up to 3 feet, effortlessly infuse your garden with a splash of lively red from summer through fall. Despite its impressive display, this plant remains steadfast in the face of droughts and full sun exposure, living up to its 'Heatwave Blast' name. Beyond its beauty, this capable shrub doubles as an ecological champion, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies, enriching your garden ecology. Whether you aim to enhance a dryscape or brighten up a corner of your backyard, Salvia microphylla 'Heatwave Blast' encapsulates resilience, vibrancy, and ecological harmony in one versatile plant.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall
  • Flowers: Cherry-red
  • Foliage: Small, ovate, aromatic, glossy green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies
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