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Salvia roemeriana (Cedar Sage)

Cedar Sage

Salvia roemeriana, Cedar Sage, Red Sage, Native Sage

Adding sparkle to the shade garden, Salvia roemeriana (Cedar Sage) is a small perennial boasting brilliant spikes, 2-3 in. long (5-7 cm), of crimson red flowers over a long season. Blooming profusely in early spring for a couple of months, then sporadically through summer, the flowers are borne atop a velvety rosette of rounded scallop-edged leaves. Perfect for rocky shaded areas, Cedar Sage is particularly adapted to grow in the shade of Junipers, Cedars, hence the common name. Its flowers are both edible and sweet and can make an attractive garnish. Use Cedar Sage to add crimson color and attractive foliage to shady beds and borders, along paths or as a small-scale ground cover.

  • Grows up to 1-2 ft. tall and wide (30-60 cm). Will occasionally spread by seed and form colonies.
  • Thrives in partial shade in alkaline, dry, well-drained soils. Cedar Sage will need supplemental water during the first growing season. Drought tolerant once established.
  • Easy to grow, fairly pest and disease free, it attracts butterflies and hummingbirds but is deer resistant.
  • After blooming, remove the flower spikes and scatter seeds where you want them to grow.
  • Propagate by seed or cuttings.
  • Native to Texas.

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Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 11
Climate Zones 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Exposure Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Height 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 18" - 24"
(50cm - 60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants Southwest, Texas, United States
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Dry Soil
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 11
Climate Zones 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Exposure Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Height 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2'
(30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 18" - 24"
(50cm - 60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants Southwest, Texas, United States
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Dry Soil
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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Do I Need?
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