{"product_id":"salvia-greggii-navajo-red","title":"Salvia greggii 'Navajo Red'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNavajo Red Salvia \/ Navajo Red Sage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eSalvia greggii\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Navajo Red’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwestern USA \u0026amp; Northern Mexico (arid uplands)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly suited to Adelaide’s hot, dry Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eSalvia greggii\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Navajo Red’ is a vibrant, heat-loving salvia celebrated for its masses of glowing red flowers that appear from spring through late autumn. Naturally adapted to arid upland regions, it thrives in full sun, poor soils and low-water conditions, making it a dependable performer across South Australia. Its aromatic mid-green foliage releases a fresh herbal scent when brushed and may develop soft silver or bronze tints during dry summers. Compact, colourful and extremely floriferous, it’s ideal for borders, verges, pollinator plantings and alfresco containers. Hardy, long-flowering, and wonderfully low-maintenance, ‘Navajo Red’ brings bold colour and resilience to both modern and cottage-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5–0.8 m H × 0.6–1.0 m W (compact, bushy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic mid-green leaves; may show silvery, bronzy or red-tinged tints in heat, dryness or coastal exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense bright-red tubular blooms from spring to late autumn, with heaviest flushes in late spring and early autumn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen through most SA winters; exceptionally long flowering period; foliage deepens in colour during heat or dry spells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e A major attractor for bees, butterflies and nectar-feeding birds—especially honeyeaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant (once established); heat- and wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant (second-line, occasionally first-line with drainage); light frost hardy; handles reflected heat from paving, gravel and walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders: 2–3 plants per metre; Mass planting: 3–4 plants per m²; Containers: 25–35 cm pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for richest colour and most prolific flowering; tolerates light part shade with reduced bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining loam, sandy soil or gravelly soil; highly tolerant of Adelaide’s slightly alkaline ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal water needed in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light trim after each flowering flush to encourage rebloom; hard prune by one-third in late winter to maintain shape and vigour; avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers; optional low-N feed in early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years in well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia — Adelaide Plains, Barossa, Fleurieu Peninsula, coastal suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; tolerates slightly acidic soils with good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern \u0026amp; Mediterranean Gardens: Pairs beautifully with silver foliage plants (Artemisia, Leucophyta, Westringia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry Borders \u0026amp; Nature Strips: A bright, low-water, heat-hardy colour anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Gardens: Outstanding long-season nectar source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal \u0026amp; Heat-Exposed Sites: Thrives where many perennials struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage \u0026amp; Mixed Borders: Combine with Gaura, lavender, Mexican sage and grasses for movement and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Navajo Red’ delivers an incredibly long flowering season, glowing red blooms and fragrant foliage while thriving in South Australia’s heat and dryness. With minimal care and maximum colour, it’s a standout performer for borders, verges, native-style mixes and sun-baked garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48583283179772,"sku":"SALV-GREG-NAVA-RED-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/salvia-greggii-navajo-red-sage-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1764998211","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/salvia-greggii-navajo-red","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}