20 Best Continued… Hummingbird Red Salvias (S to Z)


California hummingbird sage (Salvia spathacea) is native to California and can grow taller than 59 inches (150cm). As the name suggests this variety of salvia is excellent at attracting hummingbirds. The California hummingbird sage grows tall in large mounds that thrive in full sun and partial sun, requiring moist soil, though this plant can survive in slightly drier conditions.

Cover image details: Hummingbird sage (Salvia spathacea) flowers, California_© unitysphere/123rf.com

Salvia Spathacea
Name:California hummingbird sage
Binomial Name:Salvia spathacea
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun, partial sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also tolerates sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil / also tolerates drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms Spring to mid-Summer
USDA Hardiness:8-11
Size:Can grow taller than 59 inches (150cm)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to California
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Red salvia splendens_© meaothai/123rf.com
Salvia Splendens
Name:Splendens
Binomial Name:Salvia splendens
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also tolerates sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil / also tolerates drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms mid Spring through Fall
USDA Hardiness:10-11
Size:Can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to Brazil
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Beautiful red salvia (Salvia splendens) or scarlet sage_© Prajit Lektarago/123rf.com
Salvia Splendens – Scarlet sage
Name:Scarlet sage
Binomial Name:Salvia splendens
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also tolerates sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil / also tolerates drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms mid Spring through Fall
USDA Hardiness:10-11
Size:Can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to Brazil
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Bicolor Salvia Splendens_© yuiyuize/123rf.com
Salvia Splendens – Bicolor
Name:Bicolor
Binomial Name:Salvia splendens
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also tolerates sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil / also tolerates in drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms mid Spring through Fall
USDA Hardiness:10-11
Size:Can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to Brazil
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Please note: While we have worked to provide the most accurate information, climate and growing location will impact the size, height, bloom-time, annual/perennial status, and may impact color. We have gathered this data from personal experience, with online resources used for additional clarification. Additional references include google and usda.gov

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