Salvias are a diverse group of annuals, perennials, and woody shrubs hailing from just about every continent across the globe ...

Drought-tolerant gardens are perfect for areas that you can't (or don't want to) water. These herbs can be combined to create ...

Citrus Lantana is known for its hardiness, heat tolerance, and lovely blooms. It thrives in the heat and will continue ...

More Mediterranean and drought planting features in garden show as heatwave hits Designers have chosen planting to suit hotter drier English summers for the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival.

Designers have chosen planting to suit hotter drier English summers for the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival.

Botanical Name: Salvia spp. Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Soil Type: Average to poor, well-draining Soil pH: 5.5 to 6.5 Salvia, also known as sage, has pretty purple, white, or pink flowers ...

Native to south Texas and growing in zones 8 to 10, Texas sage (Leucophyllum frutescens), also known as Texas barometer bush, is a drought-tolerant shrub that thrives in the intense southwestern heat.

How to grow salvias All salvias grow best in full sun, in free-draining soil. Deadhead to prolong flowering. Salvias may be lost over the winter if the soil is very cold and wet, so take cuttings at ...