Salvia FlowerKisser® Royal Rose

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

Light: Full sun

Mature Size: 30–36" tall | 24–30" wide

Attracts: Hummingbirds, honey bees, native bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Bloom Time: Late spring–fall

Water Needs: Low once established

Soil: Average to sandy, well-drained soils with low fertility

Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial

Flowers: Nectar-rich blooms appear continuously from late spring through fall, providing months of color and pollinator activity

Ideal For: Pollinator gardens, xeriscapes, borders, native plant gardens, low-water landscapes

Evergreen: No

Why We Love It:
Plants in the FlowerKisser® series were selected by David Salman for their exceptional nectar production and long bloom season. These vibrant, easy-care perennials keep gardens buzzing with bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds for months while thriving in sunny, water-wise conditions. Tough, colorful, and pollinator focused, they bring constant movement and life to xeric landscapes without demanding extra water or maintenance.

Additional Info:
The name “FlowerKisser®” comes from the Portuguese word beija-flor, meaning hummingbird. These selections were developed to support pollinators while performing reliably in lean soils and dry western climates. Deer and rabbit resistant, fragrant, and especially well suited for Colorado gardens and other sunny low-water landscapes.