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Hummingbird Sage

Salvia Spathacea

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Overview

Hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is an evergreen perennial native to California, ideal for shady areas, reaching heights and spreads of 1-3 feet. It boasts magenta-red flower spikes that rise above aromatic, wrinkled, green leaves in spring and summer, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. This drought-tolerant species thrives in well-drained soils and requires minimal maintenance, gracefully integrating into woodland gardens, borders, and native plant landscapes. USDA zones 8-11.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–10Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — ground cover / shrub with pink blooms
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — green leaves in spring and summerHummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Its aromatic foliage is a rich green, with broad, ovate leaves that can stretch up to 3 inches longHummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Its inviting scent and tubular flowers will be a perennial delight not just for your clientsHummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — and native plant landscapesHummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — attracting hummingbirds and pollinatorsHummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — It boasts magenta-red flower spikes that rise above aromatic; thriving with a monthly watering regime during dry+63

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Shrub
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — ground cover / shrub with pink blooms
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — green leaves in spring and summer
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Its aromatic foliage is a rich green, with broad, ovate leaves that can stretch up to 3 inches long
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Its inviting scent and tubular flowers will be a perennial delight not just for your clients
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — and native plant landscapes
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — attracting hummingbirds and pollinators
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — It boasts magenta-red flower spikes that rise above aromatic; thriving with a monthly watering regime during dry
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — pink flowers in the garden
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Salvia spathacea prefers well-draining soil; this drought-tolerant species thrives in well-drained soils and requires
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — though it tolerates full sun in cooler coastal climates
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Salvia spathacea prefers well-draining soil
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — and the vibrant color it contributes from mid-spring into summer
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is an evergreen perennial native to California
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Factor in a spreading habit via underground rhizomes
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is an evergreen perennial native to California; green leaves in spring and summer
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — This drought-tolerant species thrives in well-drained soils and requires minimal maintenance
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — this sage species is highly attractive to hummingbirds; salvia spathacea prefers well-draining soil
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — attracting hummingbirds and pollinators; hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is an evergreen perennial native to
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — courtesy of its strikingly vivid; its inviting scent and tubular flowers will be a perennial delight not just for your
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — notably thriving in the region's coastal and foothill areas; attracting hummingbirds and pollinators
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — and native plant landscapes; factor in a spreading habit via underground rhizomes
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — though it tolerates full sun in cooler coastal climates; reaching heights and spreads of 1-3 feet
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — but for an array of pollinators
Hummingbird Sage (Salvia Spathacea) — Hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant
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