Big red sage typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
big red sage
Salvia penstemonoides
Big Red Sage (Salvia penstemonoides) is a robust, perennial, and evergreen shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. Growing up to 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide, it has lanced-shaped, soft dusty-green leaves and bright scarlet-red tube-like flowers that bloom throughout the year, especially during the warmer months. It is an attractive and low-maintenance plant and is drought-tolerant once established. Perfect as a border, foundation, or landscape plant, its striking flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The Big Red Sage is a delightful plant to add an exotic touch to your backyard garden.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 10
Flowers:
Rose red Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Big Red Sage should be watered thoroughly every other week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the hottest part of the summer, you may want to water your sage once a week. Always check the soil before watering; if the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry, it’s time to water. When watering, be sure to thoroughly moisten the entire root spread. If the plant does not receive enough water, it will become stressed and may not flower or produce foliage.
sunlight
Big red sage (Salvia penstemonoides) needs 5 to 6 hours of direct or bright, indirect sunlight per day, depending on the season. During the spring and summer, the plant will require more direct sunlight, ideally at least 4 to 5 hours. During the winter months, the plant will need 5 to 6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight. Sunlight requirements can also vary depending on the environment in which the plant is being grown. For example, in an environment where there is more tree cover or fog, the plant may require more sunlight to survive.
pruning
Big red sage (Salvia penstemonoides) can be pruned in late winter or early spring. It is recommended that you only prune this plant when it is actively growing and that you do not prune more than 1-third of its total growth. While pruning, you should target any leggy or overgrown branches and thin out excess growth. Additionally, you can use shears or scissors to remove dead or diseased stems. Afterward, you should apply a light layer of mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture. It is also important to fertilize your Salvia penstemonoides in early spring with a diluted liquid fertilizer.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Big red sage typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
