Salvia Greggii

Description

Salvia greggii
Autumn Sage | Hardy, Flowering Shrub for Year-Round Colour
Salvia greggii, also known as Autumn Sage, is a compact, bushy perennial that brings long-lasting colour and pollinator activity to gardens. Its vibrant tubular blooms—ranging from red and pink to coral and white—appear over many months, drawing in sugarbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Key Features:
Compact, woody shrub (30–90 cm tall and wide)
Long flowering season—spring through autumn
Available in a wide variety of flower colours
Attracts sugarbirds, bees, and butterflies
Aromatic foliage and excellent drought tolerance
Growing Conditions:
Climate: Ideal for dry, sunny gardens; tolerates mild frost once established
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade (best flowering in full sun)
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; avoid heavy clay
Watering: Low to moderate—drought-tolerant once established
Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote blooming
Feeding: Light application of a balanced organic fertilizer in early spring
Landscape Uses:
Perfect for rock gardens, borders, wildlife-friendly gardens, and containers.