autumn sage
Salvia greggii and Salvia x jamensis
Description:
Long-blooming small shrubs; many cultivars available in a variety of sizes and flower color; showy flowers attract hummingbirds and many beneficial insects.
Native to:
Southwestern US
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
2-5 ft
Width:
2-4 ft
Flower Color:
Red
Bloom Period:
March-January
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Butterflies
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Hoverflies
Hummingbirds
Bumblebees
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Prune annually in winter by cutting back leafy growth by half to two-thirds to develop sturdier, more compact form; avoid cutting back into old leafless wood (it typically won't resprout).
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