Salvia chiapensis

Also Known As

Chiapas Sage

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Salvia chiapensis plant details

Salvia chiapensis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia chiapensis

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia chiapensis

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A high-elevation, cloud forest denizen of Chiapas, Mexico, this tender Salvia champions dark green varnished leaves and bright fuchsia-colored blossoms. Widely spaced whorls house grape-hued calyxes and flashy flowers above an airy evergreen foundation of upright stems and deeply veined elliptical leaves, which are attached by long reddish petioles. Tantalizing in a container, hanging basket or the perennial bed, Chiapas Sage detests poor drainage, prefers moderate water, needs a protected winter spot and a pruning to maintain its bushy shape.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

An evergreen, shrubby perennial from Mexico. Many flowered, long, slender, arching wands of small, bright magenta pink, tubular, lipped flowers are held over glossy, green, oval shaped leaves.Extremely floriferous and with good ornamental foliage, this is magnificent plant for any protected position with some shade, where it will lend a lush tropical look.It's somewhat lax habit makes it ideal for the foot of larger plants or the top of retaining walls.

By: Zephs

Perennial or subshrub to 3' tall with an equal spread, bearing bright fuchsia-colored flowers from summer to fall. The glossy, dark green leaves are heavily veined and therefore quite textural. Plant in well-drained soils in shade and provide regular water. Plants in our garden have done admirably in the dense shade beneath mature oaks. Hardy to 30F. Mexico.

By: Native Sons

From Chiapas, Mexico comes this lovely bright pink flowering Salvia. The flowers are super-cute with fuzzy heads & eye-catching color. Salvia chiapensis has glossy green leaves, grows to about 3’ x 3’ & blooms in Fall through Winter. Found growing at an elevation of 7,000-9,500’ in moist habitats. It’s not exactly drought tolerant like most salvias, but does best with regular water. Cut back hard in spring for fresh growth. Adored by hummingbirds.