The Book of Annuals 105 



♦SCARLET SAGE 



Salvia splendens 



One of the most brilliant red-flowered bedding 

 plants in cultivation. Its showiness and ease of cul- 

 ture have caused it to be used without restraint. Al- 

 though it does best in full sun, it is of greater value 

 to the gardener in brightening half-shaded spots in 

 the foreground of trees or shrubs. 



Sow seed of an early-blooming and compact strain 

 in a frame or indoors early, so as to get good plants 

 to set out in May. 



Color: scarlet. 



Height : two feet. 



Period of Bloom : July 15 to frost. 



Location: deep rich soil; sun or partial shade. 



