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Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange'
Also Known As
- Compact Orange Autumn Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange' plant details
Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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Gardening facts about Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange' plant
How to Grow Salvia greggii 'Compact Orange'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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