Salvia microphylla 'Forever Red' Lamiaceae Betsy Clebsch, La Honda Salvia microphylla 'Forever Red' Lamiaceae Betsy Clebsch, La Honda This is a second form of the variable Salvia microphylla. It used to be considered a "var. neurepia", but now is not considered distinctive enough to merit varietal status. However, it is distinct enough to merit a cultivar name. It is 3' by 4' with signal-red flowers borne in profusion throughout the warm months of the year. This salvia also needs full sun, well drained soil, moderate water and is hardy to 20º. Photo by Jill Salmon