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Salvia greggii [fuchsia]
Also Known As
- Salvia greggii 'Fuschia'
- Fuschia Autumn Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Salvia greggii [fuchsia] plant details
Salvia greggii [fuchsia] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink 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 - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia greggii [fuchsia]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia greggii [fuchsia]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Salvia greggii [fuchsia] plant
How to Grow Salvia greggii [fuchsia]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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