Salvia greggii

Autumn Sage

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Compact aromatic evergreen shrub with gray-green foliage and tubular flowers in red, pink, or lavender. Native to SW USA/Mexico.
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Plant Details

Common Name Autumn Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Salvia
Species Greggii
Origin Southwestern USA / Mexico
Blooming Spring through Autumn, most prolific in summer and fall
Leaf Color Gray-green / Silver
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or loamy soil; tolerant of poor alkaline soils

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently, allow soil to dry completely between waterings

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal flowering and drought tolerance

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilizer needed. Apply balanced slow-release granules in early spring only

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Pruning

Prune hard after flowering or late winter to maintain shape and encourage vigorous new growth

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 8 months
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May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
19° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 45000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2800 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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