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Chiapas Sage

Salvia Chiapensis

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The Salvia chiapensis, commonly known as Chiapas Sage, is a vibrant perennial prized for its striking magenta flowers. Native to Mexico, it flourishes in USDA zones 8-10, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a similar spread. This sage prefers partial shade and well-draining soil, offering a long blooming period from summer to fall. Its lush green foliage and tubular blooms attract hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 8–10Type Perennial
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — commonly referred to as Chiapas Sage
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — is a vibrant perennial prized for its striking magenta flowersChiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — This sage prefers partial shade and well-draining soil, offering a long blooming period from summer to fallChiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — Native to Mexico, it flourishes in USDA zones 8-10, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a similar spreadChiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — commonly known as Chiapas SageChiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — This striking plant is native to the cool highlands of ChiapasChiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens+2

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae

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Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — commonly referred to as Chiapas Sage
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — is a vibrant perennial prized for its striking magenta flowers
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — This sage prefers partial shade and well-draining soil, offering a long blooming period from summer to fall
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — Native to Mexico, it flourishes in USDA zones 8-10, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a similar spread
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — commonly known as Chiapas Sage
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — This striking plant is native to the cool highlands of Chiapas
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — Its lush green foliage and tubular blooms attract hummingbirds
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — is a vibrant and lush perennial that offers a burst of intense color and verdant foliage to any garden
Photographs by 5 contributors

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