Salvia x buchananii Orange

Common Name: Orange Buchanan’s Sage

Description:
Salvia × buchananii 'Orange' is a vibrant and eye-catching perennial known for its rich orange, tubular flowers that bloom from late spring through to autumn. The striking blooms contrast beautifully with its lush green, aromatic foliage, making it an excellent choice for adding warmth and brightness to garden beds, borders, and pots. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, this salvia prefers well-drained soil and full sun but can tolerate part shade. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. The long-lasting flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, enhancing biodiversity in the garden. Regular deadheading encourages continuous blooming, and its upright growth habit makes it a great choice for cut flower arrangements.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 50–70 cm
• Width: 40–60 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright Orange

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Drought Tolerant
• Aromatic Foliage
• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Echinacea (Coneflower)
• Lavender
• Coreopsis
• Rudbeckia
• Gaillardia (Blanket Flower)