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Posted 03/26/2023 in Herb

Salvia elegans

Brilliant, terminal scarlet-red flowers grace this herbaceous perennial from late summer into early winter. Moderate to fast growing reaching 3-5 feet tall and wide. Great for attracting hummingbirds! Wonderful, pineapple-scented leaves. Add it to brewing beer, it adds a fruity note!

Post Details

Latin Name
Salvia elegans
Common Name
Pineapple Sage
Planting Zone
Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
3-4 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Brilliant, terminal scarlet-red flowers grace this herbaceous perennial from late summer into early winter. Moderate to fast growing reaching 3-5 feet tall and wide. Great for attracting hummingbirds! Wonderful, pineapple-scented leaves. Add it to brewing beer, it adds a fruity note!

Special Care Instructions

Grown as annual in zones warmer then 8. Also known as Apricot Sage.

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