Salvia rubescens

Also Known As

Venezuelan Red Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-12

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Salvia rubescens plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia rubescens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia rubescens

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Salvia rubescens plant

How to Grow Salvia rubescens

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen