Salvia puberula

Also Known As

Tarantula Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Salvia puberula plant details

Salvia puberula is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and winter magenta flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia puberula

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in fall and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia puberula

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fuzzy wuzzy Salvia puberula, often referred to as “tarantula sage,” is soft & cuddly all over. Pubescence, or soft hairs cover the leaves, stems & even parts of the bloom on this hug-able sage. Blooming Fall through Winter, it’s blanketed with clusters of 1”, bright magenta, double lipped flowers. The upper lips are covered with glimmering magenta hairs! Native to Mexico, it’s sadly rarely seen in the wild. Salvia puberula likes to grow close to other trees & shrubs for protection from wind & sun. Large, 4” long, pea-green, heart-shaped leaves contrast fabulously with smaller leaved plants. Likes well drained soil & a deep water every 1-2 weeks. To 3-5’ high and 3’ wide. Hardy to 20 °F.