Super Pink™ Salvia

Super Pink Salvia (Salvia hybrid) is a compact salvia covered in vivid, rich pink flowers over dense, abundant foliage. It grows to 50cm high and wide, which suits small gardens and tight borders. Bred by Ozbreed, it is tough like most salvias, though it asks for more care than the red Intense Salvia.

Why you'll love it

• Vivid pink flowers. A strong, rich pink that stands out against the dense foliage.
• Compact at 50cm. It fits confined gardens and keeps a neat appearance.
• Dense, full foliage. Abundant leaves give the plant a full, tidy structure.
• Tough like most salvias. Ozbreed describes it as tough, and it is listed for cooler gardens in Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT.
• A favourite with pollinators. Salvia flowers are a reliable food source for bees and butterflies.

Where it works best

Small gardens and tight beds. At 50cm it gives strong colour without taking much room. Plant 45cm apart in a block.

Borders. A single row at 45cm gives a bold pink edge along a path or fence.

Mass planting. Ozbreed recommends four to six plants per square metre, and 45cm spacing gives about five, filling a bed quickly.

Colour partners. Pink pairs well with blue or silver foliage, or with the red Intense Salvia for a layered salvia border.

Growing Super Pink Salvia in Australia

Position and climate. Full sun to part shade. Ozbreed lists it for New South Wales, Victoria, the ACT, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia, so it suits warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens. Queensland and the Northern Territory are not listed.

Soil. Free draining soil suits it. Wet, heavy ground is the main risk, so raise the bed on clay.

Water and feed. It needs regular watering during the warm seasons, more than the red Intense Salvia does. Feed lightly in spring.

Pruning. Prune once a year to keep the shape. This encourages a steady wave of new flowers.

What to expect when it arrives

We sell Super Pink Salvia in 100mm pots in packs of 10. Ten plants at 45cm spacing make a border about 4.5m long. They arrive upright and settle in within a few weeks, with new growth in warm weather.

Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.

Plant care guides and related reading

• Browse the full salvia range
• See the full Ozbreed range
• Plants for small gardens
• More flowering plants

Common questions

How is it different from Intense Salvia?

Intense is a taller, red flowered salvia that is lower maintenance. Super Pink is more compact at 50cm and wants regular watering in warm weather and a yearly prune.

How far apart should I plant it?

Plant 45cm apart for borders and mass planting, which is about five plants per square metre.

Does it suit a pot?

Its 50cm size suits a large pot, with a free draining mix and regular watering through the warm months.

Is it suitable for Queensland?

Ozbreed does not list Queensland or the Northern Territory for Super Pink. Intense Salvia is listed for every state if you garden in the north.