Common names:
Crimson Pitcher Sage
Salvia
Crimson Sage
Hummingbird Sage
Pitcher Sage

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Herb/Forb
Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 4b -31.7 °C (-25 °F) to -28.9 °C (-20 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5a
Leaves:Deciduous
Fragrant
Flowers:Fragrant
Malodorous
Flower Color:Green: eMagtna
White
Other
Flower Time:Summer
Year Round
Other
Underground structures:Tuber
Uses:Guardian plant
Vegetable
Wildlife Attractant:Hummingbirds
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Deer Resistant
Tolerates foot traffic
Propagation: Seeds:Self fertile
Provide darkness
Needs specific temperature: eesgedr65
Containers:Suitable in 1 gallon
Awards and Recognitions:A.H.G.A. Hosta of the Year: uACbA l olva reDrsSttU iamr
Conservation status:Endangered (EN)

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Comments:
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