Tropical South July 12, 2001 By Robert Haehle, Ft. Lauderdale, FL region description | previous reports In My Garden This low growing salvia features dark green, serrated leaves and purple flower spikes. It makes a great groundcover. Versatile Groundcovers Living in a hot humid environment with frequent summer thunderstorms, it's important to protect the soil from erosion. One of the best ways to protect your soil, as well as keep weeds from germinating and conserve moisture, is to grow groundcovers.... more Resources Web Finds Fairchild Gardens For the best in tropical plants, check out the web site of Fairchild Gardens . Located in... Favorite or New Plant 'Purple Fountain' Salvia Salvia splendens 'Purple Fountain' is a quick growing perennial that grows less than 1 foot... more    Regional Reminders Plant Trees & Shrubs Sterilize the Soil Propagate Hibiscus Check Irrigation Pipes Plan Fall Gardens more  Back to Regional Reports Home   report index | in my garden | reminders | resources Search: