Perennial- Hummingbird Sage
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Common Name: Hummingbird Sage
Botanical Name: Salvia spathacea
Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Description: Evergreen perennial; native to coastal ranges in California
Sun: Partial shade
Water: Drought tolerant but prefers moderate water
Soil: Prefers rich soil with good drainage
Habit and form: Foliage grows to 1 to 2 feet high and 3 to 4 feet wide; flower stems rise 2 to 3 feet above foliage
Flower type: Tubular flowers and brachts on tall stems; brachts remain for weeks after blooms fade
Flower color & bloom season: Magenta, red, or rosy pink flowers depending on variety; blooms in spring and again in fall
Uses, if any, for plant and/or flowers: Attractive to hummingbirds
Pruning time & method: Prune to new growth in late winter or early spring; can pinch or cut back lightly back to keep tidy year-round
Maintenance tips: Spreads by rhizomes (thickened underground stem)
