Salvia greggii

Salvia greggii

A native Texas perennial sage with aromatic foliage and a long season of colorful tubular flowers beloved by hummingbirds. Extremely drought tolerant and heat resistant. Available in red, pink, salmon, white, and purple.

USDA Zones

6–10

Height

2 ft–3 ft at maturity

Bloom Season

April – November

Bloom Color

red, pink, salmon, white, purple

🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds

^† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.

# Salvia greggii Care Guide Autumn Sage is one of the best perennials for hot, dry climates. It blooms from spring through frost in a range of colors and is a top plant for attracting hummingbirds. ## Planting Plant in full sun with well-drained, lean soil. Avoid rich or moist soils. Space 18–24 inches apart. ## Watering Water weekly for the first season. Once established, very drought tolerant — water only during extended droughts. ## Pruning Shear back by one-third after each bloom flush to encourage continuous flowering. ## Winter Cut back to 6 inches in late winter. In zones 6–7, mulch heavily to protect roots.

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