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scarlet sage plants

Scarlet sage plants are a show-stopping favourite for New Zealand gardeners seeking vibrant colour, pollinator appeal, and easy-care beauty in their beds and borders. These stunning salvias burst into bloom with a display of rich red flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and native birds throughout the warmer months. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner looking to add a splash of long-lasting colour, scarlet sage plants are a rewarding choice, bringing both dramatic impact and practical value to your landscape.

Stromanthe triostar plant.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured leaves and grows compactly to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Stromanthe Triostar makes for a wonderful office and house plant and is great for bringing colour and joy to a space.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics. Large clusters of cream-white flowers are produced in spring which result in masses of bright red-orange berries which can remain on the tree into winter. It bears lush, lime green foliage which develops light orange tones in autumn before falling as it grows to 7 m tall and 5 m wide. Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is commonly grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, used in avenue plantings, or included in a cottage garden.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 7.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Avenues, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Why Choose Scarlet Sage Plants for Your Garden?

Scarlet sage plants (Salvia splendens) are renowned for their versatility and resilience. Perfect for cottage gardens, modern landscapes, or mass plantings, their upright spires of vivid scarlet flowers provide months of colour from spring until the first frosts. These low-maintenance perennials (often grown as annuals in colder regions) thrive in full sun and well-drained soils, making them an excellent solution for New Zealand’s variable conditions. Scarlet sage plants are also drought tolerant once established, meaning you’ll spend less time watering and more time enjoying your garden’s lively display.

Plant Care Tips and Uses

To help your scarlet sage plants thrive, plant in a sunny location with enriched, free-draining soil. Regular deadheading will encourage continual flowering, and a light mulch in summer will keep roots cool and weeds at bay. While their intense colour makes them a natural choice for borders and containers, scarlet sage plants also work wonderfully in pollinator gardens and wildlife-friendly spaces.

Looking to complement your planting scheme? Pair scarlet sage with other sun-loving perennials for a layered effect. Consider Salvia Wendy's Wish for its rich magenta blooms and similar ease of care, or plant alongside silver-leaved Perovskia atriplicifolia (Perovskia plant) for subtle contrast and textural interest.

Companion Plants and Creative Combinations

Scarlet sage looks striking when combined with yellow or purple flowering companions. For a Mediterranean touch, consider Phlomis russeliana (Turkish Sage), known for its architectural whorls of yellow flowers and sturdy foliage. For a bold, vertical accent in woodland gardens, Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ) offers showy clusters of bright berries that echo the vibrant reds of scarlet sage.

Bring contrast indoors too—while scarlet sage is a sun-loving outdoor plant, indoor gardeners will love the patterned foliage and elegant hues of Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) for a splash of colour within the home.

Order Scarlet Sage Plants and Start Growing

Adding scarlet sage plants to your garden is an easy way to enjoy a lively, pollinator-friendly display with minimal fuss. Whether you’re sprucing up containers, designing a new border, or refreshing a sunny spot, these ever-popular plants are a fantastic choice for gardeners across New Zealand. Browse our full range of perennials, including Salvia Wendy's Wish and companion selections, to start creating your dream garden today.


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