Salvia Sizzler Purple Seed
Best early-blooming annual for gardeners seeking quick, vibrant floral displays.
Cultivate vibrant Salvia Sizzler Purple with these high-quality seeds. This annual variety is specifically bred for extra-early pack production, ensuring you achieve results quickly. It features bright, clear deep purple flowers held prominently above the foliage on strong spikes. The plant is day length neutral, offering flexibility in your growing schedule. Each pack contains 250 untreated seeds, ready to ship for your garden projects. Optimal growing conditions involve soil temperatures between 70-75°F for germination and daytime growing.
$8.20
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
78
/ 1778
#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-56%
Below average
Seed Count
250
/ seeds
Who it's for
- Professional landscapers needing consistent, predictable growth
- Pollinator gardeners seeking vibrant, wildlife-friendly blooms
- Gardeners in hot climates wanting resilient summer color
Who should skip it
- Impatient growers preferring quick-start varieties
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding regular garden chores
- Gardeners in humid regions struggling with fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Germination Speed
Rapid seven to ten day turnaround keeps your planting schedule moving.
Production Efficiency
Bred specifically for early pack production to maximize your seasonal output.
Visual Impact
Deep purple spikes stand tall and clear above the foliage canopy.
Growing Flexibility
Day length neutral habit removes the stress of precise seasonal timing.
Transplant Reliability
Strong, compact structure makes these seedlings ideal for successful garden transitions.
Seed Quality
Untreated seeds provide a clean, reliable start for your annual displays.
Key Specs
Seed Count
250 seeds
Seed Style
UNTREATED
Plant Height
10-12 inches
Plant Spread
8-10 inches
Germination Temperature
70-75°F
Grow On Temperature Day
70-75°F
Grow On Temperature Night
55-60°F
Plant Type
Annual
Features
- Bred for extra-early pack production
- Flower spikes held well above foliage
- Features bright, clear deep purple colors
- Day length neutral growing habit
- Ideal for transplanting
- Quick germination within 7-10 days
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the Salvia Sizzler Purple Seed for its reliable performance and stunning visual impact. Reviewers consistently report exceptional germination success, making starting seeds easy. The primary appeal is the intensely vibrant, true to label purple coloration that remains long lasting. Customers value the compact, uniform growth habit, which keeps plants tidy and perfect for containers or borders. This series also demonstrates remarkable heat and drought tolerance, ensuring continuous blooming even during summer stress. The seeds offer outstanding value, delivering dependable, season long color and attracting beneficial pollinators. This is a highly recommended choice for reliable garden results.
Know before you buy
Being day length neutral means the Salvia Sizzler Purple will bloom regardless of how many hours of daylight it receives. This gives you more flexibility in your planting schedule, as you don't have to worry about specific seasonal light requirements to trigger flowering.
You can expect germination to occur relatively quickly, usually within 7 to 10 days, provided you maintain the recommended soil temperature of 70-75°F.
No, these are untreated seeds. They have not been coated or treated with fungicides or other chemical additives.
For best results, maintain a daytime growing temperature between 70-75°F and a nighttime temperature between 55-60°F. Consistent temperatures in this range help ensure healthy, vigorous growth.
Since these plants reach a spread of 8 to 10 inches, you should space them accordingly to allow for proper airflow and development. They are specifically bred for transplanting, making them a great choice for containers or garden beds.
No, this variety is specifically bred to hold its flower spikes well above the foliage. This ensures the bright, deep purple color remains the focal point of the plant.
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