Love and Wishes Salvia Salvia Love and Wishes = 'Serendip6' (PBR)
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ABOUT
Salvia Love and Wishes, also known as "Love and Wishes Sage," is characterized by its vibrant and attractive appearance. The plant boasts lush, deep green foliage that creates a rich backdrop for its flowers. These leaves are typically oval-shaped with a slightly serrated edge, giving them a textured look. The striking feature of Love and Wishes Sage is its eye-catching flowers. The blossoms are tubular and come in a rich, deep purple hue that can appear almost burgundy in certain light. These flowers are arranged in whorls on elongated stems that arch gracefully. The blooms often have a slight gradation of color, with the base of the tube being darker, and they may display a velvety sheen. Adding to the allure, the flowers are complemented by calyces that are a contrasting bright red to reddish-purple color, which not only frames the blooms but remains attractive even after the flowers have faded. These colorful floral spikes can provide a long-lasting display of color in a garden setting. Salvia Love and Wishes also attracts pollinators such as hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, adding movement and life to its visual appeal. The combination of its striking flowers, contrasting calyces, and dense foliage makes it a popular choice for ornamental gardens.
About this plant
NamesFamily
Lamiaceae.
Synonyms
Love and Wishes Sage, Friendship Sage, Salvia 'Love and Wishes'.
Common names
Salvia Love and Wishes = 'Serendip6' (PBR).
ToxicityTo humans
Salvia Love and Wishes is not known to be toxic to humans. There are no significant toxic effects reported from ingesting the plant. However, it is always prudent to avoid ingesting plants that are not traditionally recognized as food, as individual allergies or sensitivities can cause adverse reactions.
To pets
Salvia Love and Wishes is also not known to be toxic to pets. It is generally considered safe for pets, and there are no notable toxic effects associated with the ingestion of this plant by common domestic animals such as dogs and cats. As with humans, pets may have individual sensitivities, so it is best to monitor them if they consume the plant and consult a veterinarian if any unusual symptoms occur.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Evergreen
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Purple
Height
2-3 feet (60-90 cm)
Spread
2-3 feet (60-90 cm)
Plant type
Shrub
Hardiness zones
9
Native area
Australia
Benefits
General Benefits- Attracts Pollinators: The flowers of 'Salvia Love and Wishes' provide a nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, supporting local ecosystems.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it requires minimal watering, making it suitable for xeriscaping and water-conserving gardens.
- Easy to Grow: It's a hardy plant that is relatively low-maintenance, suitable for novice gardeners or those with limited time.
- Long Blooming Period: The plant has a prolonged flowering season, from early summer to frost, offering long-lasting visual appeal.
- Versatile Landscaping: Can be used in borders, containers, and as an accent plant, thus providing flexibility in garden design.
- Heat Resistant: It can withstand high temperatures, ideal for hot climates and sunny locations.
- Fragrant Foliage: The leaves have a pleasant scent that can contribute to a sensory garden experience.
- Colorful Display: Its deep purple flowers can add a rich pop of color to any garden palette.
- Low Pest Issues: Generally resistant to common garden pests, reducing the need for chemical pesticides.
- Fast Growing: It establishes quickly, so you won't have to wait long to enjoy its full benefits.
Medical Properties- This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- As a natural fabric dye: The flowers of Salvia can be used to dye fabrics and textiles, providing a range of colors from soft purples to intense blues.
- In floral arrangements: The vivid, deep purple flowers of Salvia add striking color and texture to both fresh and dried floral bouquets.
- In potpourri: Dried Salvia flowers can be used in potpourri mixes for their color and mildly sweet, herbal scent.
- Photography subject: Due to its attractive blooms, Salvia is a popular subject for garden and nature photographers.
- Garden border edging: The dense, bushy growth habit of Salvia makes it an excellent choice for creating defined edges along garden borders.
- Wildlife habitat enhancement: Salvia can be used in gardens to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, supporting biodiversity.
- Educational tool: Salvia plants can be used in schools and educational programs to teach about plant growth, pollination, and ecology.
- Crafts for kids: The stems and flowers of Salvia can be incorporated into arts and crafts projects, such as making bookmarks or pressed flower art.
- Natural confetti: The petals of Salvia can be dried and used as biodegradable confetti for garden parties and outdoor celebrations.
- Eco-friendly gift wrapping: Fresh or dried Salvia sprigs can be used to adorn gift wrap, adding a personal, eco-friendly touch to presents.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe Salvia is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe Salvia is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Healing: Salvia, also known as sage, has long been associated with healing properties in both the physical and spiritual realms.
- Wisdom: Sage is regarded as a symbol of wisdom and is often connected with the enlightened mind or sage advice.
- Purification: In various cultures, sage is used for purification rituals to cleanse spaces, objects, or individuals.
- Longevity: Due to its medicinal properties and its hardiness as a plant, sage can symbolize a long life.
- Protection: Historically, sage was believed to offer protection against evil and was used in various protective ceremonies.
- Wishes and Intentions: 'Love and Wishes' in the plant's name can suggest the practice of setting intentions or making wishes, symbolizing hope and desire for the future.
WaterThe Love and Wishes Salvia prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged soil. It should be watered deeply once or twice a week, depending on the weather conditions, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. During the hotter summer months or in drier climates, increase watering frequency to ensure the soil does not completely dry out. Generally, for potted plants, watering with approximately 1 gallon per week should suffice, while garden plants might require up to 1.5 gallons, spread out over multiple waterings. Pay attention to rainfall and adjust your watering to account for natural precipitation.
LightLove and Wishes Salvia thrives best in full sun conditions, which means it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. An ideal spot for this plant is in an area where it can enjoy the morning sun which is less harsh, while still benefiting from the strong afternoon rays. Partial shade is tolerated, especially in the hottest parts of the day, but may result in fewer flowers and a sparser growth habit.
TemperatureThe Love and Wishes Salvia is a hardy plant that performs well in a wide range of temperatures but prefers to be in a zone where temperatures stay between 55°F and 85°F. It can survive minimal temperatures down to 20°F but prolonged exposure to cold can damage or kill the plant. To ensure optimal growth, maintaining temperatures within the ideal range is recommended, as extreme heat above 90°F might require additional watering to keep the plant hydrated.
PruningPruning Love and Wishes Salvia encourages bushier growth and more prolific blooming. Prune in early spring to remove any dead or damaged growth from the previous season. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, can be done throughout the blooming period to promote additional flowers. For best results, a more thorough pruning should occur after the main blooming cycle has ended, cutting back a third of the plant's height to encourage new growth and blooms.
CleaningAs needed
SoilThe Salvia 'Love and Wishes' prefers a well-draining soil mix with slight acidity to neutrality, aiming for a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. A mix of garden soil, compost, and perlite or sand to improve drainage is ideal for this salvia.
Repotting'Love and Wishes' salvia should be repotted every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current container, usually in the spring to give the roots time to establish before the growing season.
Humidity & Misting'Love and Wishes' salvia thrives in moderate humidity levels, matching outdoor ambient humidity. Ideal conditions replicate its native environment, so average household humidity should suffice.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Ensure bright indirect light, keep soil slightly moist, and provide good air circulation.
Outdoor
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil and water regularly.
Hardiness zone
Hardiness zones for the Salvia 'Love and Wishes' are 9-11 USDA.
Life cycleThe Salvia Love and Wishes, commonly known as "Wish Salvia," begins its life cycle as a seed, germinating in warm, moist soil conditions in the spring. As a young plant, it develops a root system and sprouts its first leaves, entering the vegetative growth stage where it focuses on accumulating biomass. During the flowering stage in late spring to fall, the Wish Salvia produces vivid purple flowers that attract pollinators and signify reproductive maturity. After pollination, the plant sets seeds, which, once mature, drop to the ground or are carried away to grow new plants, thereby completing its reproductive cycle. In regions with cold winters, the plant may die back to the ground, becoming dormant until the following spring. Nonetheless, in milder climates, it can behave as a short-lived perennial, living for several years before needing to be replaced.
PropogationPropogation time
Spring-Early Summer
The Salvia 'Love and Wishes', also known as Salvia 'Serendip6', can be effectively propagated through stem cuttings. This method is often carried out in late spring to early summer when the plant is actively growing. One selects a healthy, non-flowering stem and cuts a 4-6 inch (about 10-15 centimeters) portion just below a leaf node. The leaves on the lower half of the cutting are removed to prevent excess moisture loss. To encourage rooting, the cut end is often dipped in rooting hormone before being inserted into a well-draining potting mix. The cutting should be kept moist and in a warm environment with indirect sunlight until roots have developed and it can be transplanted into the garden.
