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    Salvia macellaria

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 18"-36"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

    Salvia macellaria plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia macellaria

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: salmon blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: fragrant, mounding

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia macellaria

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A pretty Sage with a sweet scent, it is reminiscent of S greggii but with larger 1" melon colored flowers along it stems. It benefits from being pinched back for bushiness and more blossoms, which will continually be produced summer into fall.

    By: Avant Gardens

    Gardening facts about Salvia macellaria plant

    How to Grow Salvia macellaria

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • salmon

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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