Sage, Penstemon/Big Red Sage
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Botanical Name
Salvia penstemonoides
Plant Type
Perennials
Plant Height Min
3ft
Plant Height Max
4ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Seasonal Interest From
Summer
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Plant Color
Red
Plant Spread Min
1ft
Plant Spread Max
2ft
Water Needs
Low
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments
Tall, spiked blooms provide vertical accent and nectar for hummingbirds in summer; attractive glossy leaves form evergreen rosette (basal leaves) in winter; remove spent bloom stalks at base