Hummingbird Sage Seeds – Salvia Spathacea

Hummingbird Sage Seeds (Salvia spathacea) are an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow a hardy, low-maintenance perennial with beautiful, aromatic foliage and stunning magenta flower spikes. Known for its strong fragrance and ability to attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, this drought-tolerant variety thrives in dry, sunny climates and offers vibrant color throughout spring and summer. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and natural landscapes, it adds long-lasting charm while being resistant to deer and easy to maintain once established.

Features:

• Botanical Name: Salvia spathacea

• Common Name (US): Hummingbird Sage

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading groundcover

• Fragrance: Strong and pleasant aromatic foliage

• Attracts: Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

• Resistance: Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant

• Maintenance: Low; thrives with minimal watering after establishment

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils

• Height: 1 to 3 feet tall

• Spread: 2 to 4 feet wide

• Bloom Season: Spring through summer

• Flower Color: Magenta to deep pink

• Uses: Ideal for beds, borders, pollinator gardens, and outdoor landscaping

Specifications:

• Planting Season:

  • Spring (March to May) and Fall (September to November) in mild climates

• USDA Hardiness Zones:

  • Zones 8–11

• Germination Time:

  • 14–21 days under optimal conditions

• Temperature for Germination:

  • 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C)

• Watering Needs:

  • Moderate during germination, minimal once mature

• Expected Blooming Period:

  • Late spring through summer months

• Lifespan:

  • Long-lived perennial