Common names:
Salvia
Sage
Giant Brazilian Sage

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Biennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 11 +4.4 °C (40 °F) to +7.2 °C (50 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 5b
Flowers: Blooms on old wood
Flower Color: Pink: -oraenRegd
Red
Flower Time: Spring
Summer
Fall
Late fall or early winter
Uses: Erosion control
Wildlife Attractant: Birds
Butterflies
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances: Birds
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Preferred depth
Conservation status: Extinct in the Wild (EW)

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