Salvia plant named ‘Novasalfuc’

Abstract

A new and distinct Salvia plant was formed by controlled breeding followed by selection. Over a long blooming season attractive fuchsia colored blossoms with dark calyxes are formed. The growth habit is well-branched compact and bushy. The blossoms are borne on sturdy stems. Attractive green foliage is formed. The plant can be readily asexually reproduced by the rooting of cuttings. Hardiness to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 7 is displayed. The plant is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation in parks, gardens, public areas, and residential landscapes.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct  Salvia  plant characterized by the following combination of characteristics:
 (a) displays a well-branched compact and bushy growth habit with sturdy stems, 
 (b) forms in abundance attractive fuchsia colored blossoms with dark calyxes over an extended blooming season, 
 (c) displays hardiness to at least U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 7, 
 (d) forms attractive green foliage, and 
 (e) is well suited for providing attractive ornamentation; 
 
       substantially as illustrated and described.