Salvia spathacea

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Hummingbird or Pitcher Sage

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

The extravagant leaves of this small clumping sage emit a perfectly sweet fragrance, which attracts hummingbirds. In the spring, the red-pink flowering spikes become a deep fuchsia. It is a great plant for dry shade but can grow in full to part sun also. It grows to 1'-2' tall and is drought and cold tolerant once it's established.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).