Salvia x Cerro Potosi is a compact, shrubby sage known for its intense magenta-pink flowers and long flowering period from late spring through autumn. With aromatic, semi-evergreen foliage and a bushy upright habit, this Mexican-origin cultivar offers strong ornamental value in mass plantings, dry gardens, or containers. Highly attractive to pollinators and well-suited for sunny, low-maintenance landscapes.
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Features of Salvia x Cerro Potosi
Salvia x Cerro Potosi belongs to the group of shrubby sages native to Mexico, widely recognized for their aromatic foliage and extended bloom periods. This selection forms a compact, rounded shrub (~90 cm in height and width), with dense branching and upright stems bearing numerous small magenta-pink tubular flowers. The semi-evergreen foliage is fragrant and medium-textured. Flowering starts in late spring and can continue through to the first frosts, depending on the region. Hardy to around –12 °C (or more with proper drainage), it is also drought tolerant once established. A strong magnet for pollinators, this salvia contributes both ornamental and ecological value.
How to Use Salvia x Cerro Potosi
This cultivar is ideal for sunny borders, mixed beds, rockeries, dry gardens, or informal low hedges. Its consistent structure and extended blooming season also make it highly suitable for containers on patios or balconies. It excels in Mediterranean or xeriscape-style planting schemes, particularly where color and biodiversity are desired. Group planting enhances its visual impact and supports pollinator attraction. The aromatic foliage and vivid flower display provide seasonal interest and ecological benefit with minimal care.
Cultivation Guidelines for Salvia x Cerro Potosi
Plant in full sun in well-drained, light to medium soil—sandy, stony, or low in nutrients. Avoid compact or poorly drained soils. Slightly alkaline to neutral pH preferred. Allow 70–100 cm between plants to ensure healthy growth and airflow. Improve drainage with gravel or coarse sand if necessary. Water moderately during establishment, then only during prolonged droughts. In containers, ensure regular but controlled watering. Apply a balanced fertilizer once in spring. Lightly prune after first flowering to encourage repeat bloom. In early spring, cut back stems slightly to maintain compact habit and promote new flowering growth. Deadhead faded flowers to extend bloom time. In cold or wet climates, provide winter mulch and plant in sheltered, well-drained locations. Additional protection may be required during prolonged frost.
