Common names:
Salvia
Peruvian Salmon Sage

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Fern
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 8b
Leaves:Deciduous
Fragrant
Flowers:Showy
Flower Color:Russet
Flower Size:1"-2"
Flower Time:Summer
Late fall or early winter
Uses:Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant:Birds
Other Beneficial Insects
Containers:Prefers to be under-potted

photo credit: Dick Culbert

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Comments:
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