Salvia spathacea, in the United States this one is called ‘Pitcher Sage’ or ‘Hummingbird sage’ a reference to the shape of its flowers and its bird attracting characteristics, in Australia we have also seen it referred to as ‘fragrant sage’ and indeed both its flowers and foliage are fragrant.The foliage does have a distinct citrus perfume and the flowers are a little different to most other species. This is a low growing species, sometimes slow to establish, however once it is settled in it will spread by underground runners to form a large clump.
Hummingbird Sage Care
Salvia Spathacea
What is the plant
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
7b - 10b
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Once the plants are established, it’s quite drought resistant.
Pruning
It requires very little care other than the occasional pruning to maintain its shape. Deadheading the spent flower stalks also helps keeps the garden looking tidy.
Sunlight
Hummingbird sage prefers a shady location and grows well under the thick canopy of shade trees.
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Soil
Tolerates a variety of soils. Soil PH: 5.0 - 7.0
Temperature
hardy once established
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