Salvia greggii red (Autumn Sage red) High water use clumping perennial

clumping perennial

It sometimes needs two years before blooming

well-draining soil

Texan Crescent Notes Native bee friendly

Salvia greggii red (Autumn Sage red) High water use clumping perennialAutumn Sage is a versatile, semi evergreen perennial that can handle both sun and part shade. It is drought tolerant once established, and its blooms attract bees and hummingbirds. It prefers well draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Trimming or pinching tips promotes continuous blooms. In early spring, you can prune it one third to halfway back to produce thicker, more compact foliage. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low to medium Sun