Hummingbird Sage

Hummingbird Sage | Salvia spathacea

Hummingbird Sage is a fragrant, low-growing perennial native to California’s coastal regions, valued for its vibrant magenta flower spikes that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Its aromatic, textured foliage releases a pleasant pineapple-like scent when brushed. This tough, drought-tolerant groundcover thrives in dry slopes, woodland edges, and pollinator gardens, bringing vivid seasonal color to low-maintenance landscapes.

Growing Hummingbird Sage

• Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade; more shade-tolerant than many salvias.

• Soil: Thrives in well-draining sandy or loamy soils.

• Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water occasionally during prolonged dry spells.

• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering; cut back in late fall to promote fresh growth.

• Hardiness: USDA zones 7–10; adapted to Mediterranean climates and coastal areas.

• Wildlife: A magnet for hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Shipping Info
The plant will be approximately 8–12 inches tall with a well-developed root system, grown in a 1-gallon container. Shipped without the container; roots and surrounding soil will be lightly moistened and wrapped in plastic for safe transport. Ready to plant immediately upon arrival.