There are many Salvia greggii cultivars available today, each with a unique variation on flower size and color, temperature preference, vigor and stamina. Sparkle is a cultivar favored for its compact habit and superior heat tolerance. This sun-loving perennial can be evergreen through milder winters, and the foliage has a pleasant sage aroma that rabbits dislike. Hummingbirds and occasional butterflies love the non-stop hot pink flowers that bloom from early spring until the first winter frost.