VIDEO: The Salvia really is the gift that just keeps on giving

Peter Dowdall admits to a growing obsession with the overpowering charms of Salvia splendens.

If I mention Salvia then you probably think immediately of the scarlet red Salvia splendens which is grown widely as a bedding plant creating a vibrant bright display.

It will evoke strong feelings I suspect, due to its strong, bright colour. Used throughout the UK and Ireland in public and private bedding schemes it is one of the brightest of all reds in the garden.