Salvia Greggii Joy "Joy Sage" 15cmPot

Salvia greggii ‘Joy’

Botanical Name

Salvia greggii ‘Joy’

Common Names

• Autumn Sage
• Gregg’s Sage
• Joy Sage

Product Description

Salvia greggii ‘Joy’ is a compact, evergreen perennial shrub admired for its bright, vibrant red flowers that bloom continuously from spring through autumn, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its dense, bushy foliage adds year-round structure, making it perfect for borders, patios, containers, or mixed garden beds. This cultivar is drought-tolerant, hardy, and low-maintenance, making it a reliable and colourful addition to South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 60–90 cm
• Spread: ± 60–80 cm
• Growth habit: Compact, bushy, upright

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun
  • At least 6 hours of sunlight daily encourages prolific flowering.
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
  • Performs well in sandy, loamy, or slightly rocky soils; avoid waterlogged areas.
• Watering: Low to moderate
  • Drought-tolerant once established; water more frequently during extended dry periods.
• Climate:
  • Suited to most South African regions
  • Performs well in temperate, subtropical, and coastal gardens; tolerates light frost
• Maintenance: Low
  • Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
  • Deadhead occasionally to prolong flowering

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring
• Active Growing Season: Spring through autumn
• Flowering Season: Spring to autumn
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Evergreen in warmer regions; semi-evergreen in cooler climates
  • Ideal for attracting pollinators and adding vibrant colour to borders, containers, and patios
  • Performs well as a mass planting or individual feature plant