Salvia spathacea

Pitcher Sage, Hummingbird Sage

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Mid Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, seashore, specimen
Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Spread 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive, naturalizing