Magenta Red Flower Spikes
Produces attractive upright flower spikes with vibrant magenta to reddish-purple blooms.
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California Hummingbird Sage (Salvia spathacea) is a native perennial flowering plant known for its fragrant foliage and striking magenta-red flower spikes. It attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators and grows naturally in shaded woodland areas and coastal landscapes. This ornamental sage is suitable for native plant gardens, shaded borders, and natural landscaping.
Produces attractive upright flower spikes with vibrant magenta to reddish-purple blooms.
Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and other beneficial garden pollinators.
Features broad, textured green leaves with a pleasant fragrance when touched.
Grows well in partial shade and can be suitable for woodland gardens and shaded landscape areas.
| Scientific Name | Salvia spathacea |
| Common Name | California Hummingbird Sage; Hummingbird Sage |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Flower Color | Magenta, reddish-purple, and pink-red |
| Growth Habit | Clumping perennial with spreading rhizomes |
| Plant Height | Approximately 1–3 feet |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 8–11, depending on local conditions |
| Planting Season | Fall or spring, depending on climate |
| Germination Time | Variable; depends on seed freshness and pretreatment |
| Germination Temperature | Species-specific; follow supplier recommendations |
| Sunlight | Partial shade to filtered sunlight |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Watering | Moderate watering during establishment; relatively drought-tolerant once established |
| Blooming Season | Spring to early summer |
| Uses | Native Gardens, Woodland Gardens, Shaded Borders, and Pollinator Gardens |
Add vibrant magenta-red flowers and fragrant foliage to your garden with California Hummingbird Sage. This native perennial is an attractive choice for shaded landscapes, woodland gardens, and pollinator-friendly planting areas. Provide suitable growing conditions to encourage healthy foliage and seasonal blooms.
Find useful information about California Hummingbird Sage seed germination, flowering, and hummingbird attraction.
Grow California Hummingbird Sage in a well-drained seed-starting mix using the sowing instructions supplied with the seeds. Some seeds may benefit from cold stratification before planting. Maintain suitable moisture and temperature during germination, then transplant established seedlings into a partially shaded garden location.
Yes. California Hummingbird Sage produces nectar-rich magenta-red flowers that attract hummingbirds. Its tubular blooms are particularly appealing to these pollinators. Planting it in a suitable garden location can help create a welcoming habitat for hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators.
California Hummingbird Sage prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight and can grow well in woodland garden conditions. It may tolerate deeper shade, although flowering can be reduced. Choose a location with suitable light, good soil drainage, and adequate moisture during establishment.