Salvia dorisiana (Fruit Salad Sage) Plant

Description

Salvia dorisiana, commonly known as Fruit Salad Sage, is a perennial shrub native to Honduras. It grows up to 1 to 1.3m in height and produce magenta coloured flowers.

Fruit Salad Sage has a strong fruit salad aroma, likened mostly to a pineapple and peach aroma. The aroma also imparts flavour in the leaves. The flowers contain a small drop of minty nectar and are popular with kids and adults.

Culinary uses for Fruit Salad Sage include using the leaves and flowers in salads, fruits salads, iced teas and fruit punches. The dried leaves retain the fragrance, making them a great addition to wreaths and potpourri.

 

• Common Name.

Fruit Scented Sage; Fruity Sage; Peach Sage.

 

• Specifications.

50mm Pot Size
Cutting Grown Plant

 

Ideal Growing Conditions.

Salvia dorisiana prefers in warm, frost-free conditions and performs best in a sheltered position with partial shade or filtered sunlight, although it can tolerate full sun as long as adequate water is provided. It prefers rich, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter and benefits from consistent moisture, although established plants can tolerate short dry periods. Protection from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds helps maintain healthy foliage and encourages flowering.

Pruning: Salvia dorisiana benefits from light to moderate pruning to maintain a compact, bushy shape and encourage fresh growth. Prune in late winter or early spring, removing any dead, damaged, or leggy stems before new growth begins. Throughout the growing season, regular tip-pruning or pinching of young shoots can help promote branching and a fuller plant.

Pests and Diseases: Salvia dorisiana is generally a hardy plant with few serious pest problems, but it can occasionally be affected by aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, and mealybugs, particularly when grown in warm, sheltered conditions or under glass. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap, Eco Oil or Neem Oil

Soil: You need a high quality potting mix, not a pre-bagged product such as you find at Bunnings etc, try a landscaping place. However, as I am not local to you I still can’t say if they have good quality or not. You are looking for well composted pine bark and large particles. This ensures air flow to the roots and good drainage.

We recommend Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day for a fertiliser, which can be found in our store, however any good quality slow release fertiliser will do. When time to re-pot, select a pot one size up ONLY and ensure it has many holes for good drainage.

Fertiliser: 

Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day Controlled Release Fertiliser

The Plant Runner Indoor Plant Food

 

 

We cannot send plants to Western Australia & Tasmania due to restrictions.

 

We strongly recommended to select Express Post shipping for all plant orders to minimise the transit time.

 

 

Interested in Salvia’s? Have a look at our other products

Salvia hispanica (Black Chia) Seed

Salvia apiana (White Sage) Seed

Shamanic Quest for the Spirit of Salvia by Ross Heaven

 

 

 

*Traditional uses and general information on products are provided for educational purposes only. We do not make any therapeutic claims. Nothing contained in this site is intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for your own health professional’s advice.