Salvia involucrata

Also Known As

Rosebud Salvia
Roseleaf Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7a-11

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Salvia involucrata plant details

Salvia involucrata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia involucrata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, heart-shaped leaves, long-blooming, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia involucrata

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rosebud Salvia. One big Salvia that always surprises me how hardy it is. Our big clump came through 14 °F last winter shooting up lots of new shoots this spring. Large soft leaves and terminal flowers of a vivid cerise rose arising from a large "rosebud" in late summer.

By: Far Reaches Farm

Opening from large rounded buds, this spectacular sage displays masses of totally intense rose-magenta fuzzy tubular flowers held on long red-tone spikes. It’s such a long and prolific bloomer (from June ‘til November), prepare for hummingbird wars in your garden! You’ll admire the large heart-shaped, luxurious lime green leaves and its generous size – to 6’ tall and easily 6’ across. Looking for a fabulous, fast-growing, big, chunky, long-time bloomer for your garden? This is it! Cut this multi-stemmed, multi-brancher to 1’ tall after bloom for a fresh looking plant each year. Also, if you prefer a shorter, more compact form, cut back to 2’ tall in late May. Side dress with compost once or twice a year for best show.