Is Salvia your birth flower?

Salvia is the flower of October 4th. If it is your birthday today, it is one of two of your birthday flowers. And great news, the salvia are in bloom right now. However, given Japan's aversion to flower picking, you can't just go out and pick yourself bunch, unless you've grown some salvia yourself. But you might be able to pick up some salvia at a flower shop. If you know someone with a birthday today, a bunch of salvia flowers or a plant might be a good gift idea. 

Salvia is the largest genus of plants in the sage family. They have been used for their herbal and medicinal properties for thousands of years. 'Salvia' comes from the Latin word 'Salvus' which means "safe" and "sound". It can also mean "well", "alive", or "saved". They are a diverse group of flowering plants known for their vibrant colors, aromatic foliage, and ability to attract pollinators. They come in different colors. Personally, the red is my favorite.  Reportedly, while there are fewer native species in Africa, they grow some of the most unique and unusual salvia.

In Japan, salvia are a popular addition to many gardens. In Saitama City you can see a large display of salvia right now and from around July to  about the end of October annually, in Omiya Hana no Oka Park, which you will find reviewed on City-cost. Are there any large salvia displays in your area of Japan?