Common names:
Big Red Sage
Penstemon Sage
Salvia

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 13
Leaves: Variegated
Flowers: Blooms on old wood
Flower Color: Lavender
Mauve
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Flower Size: 6"-12"
Flower Time: Late winter and early spring
Summer
Late fall or early winter
Inflorescence Type: Cluster
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Resistances: Flood Resistant
Drought tolerant

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