Salvia greggii 'Furman's Red'

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Furman's Red Texas Sage

 
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Description

Semievergreen sprawling shrub grows to 2' x 2'. Pale green leaves. Tubular flowers are red, pink or white and bloom in the spring and fall. Attracts hummingbirds. Needs good drainage

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Raised Planter

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.