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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 6 feet
Plant Spread: 4 feet
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Red
Other: With red bracts
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Late spring or early summer
Winter
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Giant Colombian Red Mountain Sage
  • Salvia

Giant Colombian Red Mountain Sage (Salvia libanensis) was a featured
Plant of the Day for April 26, 2016.
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photo credit: Dick Culbert

Photo courtesy of Annie's Annuals and Perennials

Photo courtesy of Annie's Annuals and Perennials

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