big red sage
Salvia penstemonoides
Overview
Big Red Sage (Salvia penstemonoides) is a robust, perennial, and evergreen shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. Growing up to 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide, it has lanced-shaped, soft dusty-green leaves and bright scarlet-red tube-like flowers that bloom throughout the year, especially during the warmer months. It is an attractive and low-maintenance plant and is drought-tolerant once established. Perfect as a border, foundation, or landscape plant, its striking flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The Big Red Sage is a delightful plant to add an exotic touch to your backyard garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-10.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Hummingbirds.
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