071-036 Salvia gesneraeflora |
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From high elevations of the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico. This has large lime-green, cordate leaves that measure up to 3 inches in width and 5 in length. They are deeply veined and puckered on top and densely woolly on their reverses. Stems and petioles are red purple. All of this serves as a stunning background for the red two-lipped flowers. Early winter to spring. 5-6 ft. x 4 ft. Red flowers Sun Zones (8)9-10 |
| Cut back in late May to keep plants in shape and to promote new flowering. | |
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