50 Best Continued… Hummingbird Salvias (P to S)


Salvia pratensis produce deep purple blooms from late spring through fall and can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters). Use caution! as this plant is classified as invasive in some states and countries. Always remember to check with local agricultural rules and regulations before adding new species to your garden.

Cover image details: Salvia pratensis _Meadow sage_© Peter Vrabel/123rf.com

Salvia Pratensis
Name:Meadow sage
Binomial Name:Salvia pratensis
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also thrives in sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil, also thrives in drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms Late Spring through Fall
USDA Hardiness:4-8
Size:Can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Use caution! as this plant is classified as invasive in some states and countries.
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Flower of the African sage species Salvia repens_© Christian Weiß/123rf.com
Salvia Repens
Name:Creeping sage
Binomial Name:Salvia repens
Life Cycle:Perennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also thrives in sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil, also thrives in drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms Summer through Fall
USDA Hardiness:5-10
Size:Can grow to 24 inches tall and 24 inches wide (60 cm by 60 cm)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:This plant is native to South Africa
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Flower of a cedar sage plant, Salvia roemeriana_© Christian Weiß/123rf.com
Salvia Roemeriana
Name:Cedar Sage
Binomial Name:Salvia roemeriana
Life Cycle:Perennial shrub
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil, also thrives in drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms mid-Spring through Summer
USDA Hardiness:7-11
Size:Can grow larger than 12 inches tall and 12 inches wide (30 cm by 30 cm)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to Texas
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Blooming salvia sclarea (Clary sage) in the garden_© Lesya Marchuk/123rf.com
Salvia Sclarea
Name:Clary sage
Binomial Name:Salvia sclarea
Life Cycle:Biennial
Sun Needs:Full sun
Soil Needs:Well-draining nutrient-rich soil, also thrives in sandy / rocky soil
Water Needs:Maintain moist soil, also thrives in drier soils
Bloom Time:Blooms Spring through Summer
USDA Hardiness:3-9
Size:Can grow taller than 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Hummingbird Benefits:Provides nectar for hummingbirds
Facts:Native to the Mediterranean
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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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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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