Big Red Sage

Big Red Sage

Salvia pentstemonoides

Family- Mint

Central Texas Ecoregions- Endemic to the Edward's Plateau

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Bloom Time- June-October

Leaf Retention- Semi Evergreen or Deciduous

Life Span- Perennial 

Height- 3’-5’

Width- 1’-2’

Native Habitat- Riparian, Woodland

Additional Information- These tubular magenta red to burgundy flowers are hummingbird magnets.  Big Red Sage was once thought to be extinct but it was fortunately found again in the 80’s. It has a very small native range, endemic to the Edwards Plateau. The leaves have a lemon-limey scent. Makes a great addition to any wildscape, pollinator garden, container garden, or landscape. The bloom time can be increased with consistent watering.

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots. Biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground. I recommend not taking the plants out of the pot before planting, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)