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Salvia greggii 'Red'

Also Known As

  • Red Autumn Sage

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Salvia greggii 'Red' plant details

Salvia greggii 'Red' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia greggii 'Red'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: floriferous, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia greggii 'Red'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia greggii 'Red' plant

How to Grow Salvia greggii 'Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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Size

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Zones

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