Tropical Sage 'Snow Nymph' (Salvia coccinea 'Snow Nymph')

Overview

Salvia coccinea 'Snow Nymph' is a beautiful white-flowered cultivar of Tropical Sage (also called Hummingbird Sage, Scarlet Sage, Texas Sage). It produces pure white, tubular flowers on upright spikes from early summer to frost above bright green, heart-shaped leaves. A favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies.

Taxonomy

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Species: coccinea
• Cultivar: 'Snow Nymph'

Culture

Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil, moderate water. Grows 2–3 feet tall. Tender perennial often grown as annual. Self-sows readily. Excellent for borders, containers, cutting gardens, and pollinator habitats. Heat and humidity tolerant.