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Salvia pulchella

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Salvia pulchella plant details

Salvia pulchella is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia pulchella

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia pulchella

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

Gardening facts about Salvia pulchella plant

How to Grow Salvia pulchella

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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