Common names:
Giant Colombian Red Mountain Sage
Salvia

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Fern
Vine
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Water Preferences:Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 6a
Flowers:Inconspicuous
Flower Color:Brown
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Flower Size:2"-3"
Flower Time:Late fall or early winter
Winter
Uses:Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant:Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Powdery Mildew
Containers:Needs excellent drainage in pots
Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status:Vulnerable (VU)

photo credit: Dick Culbert

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