Professional Growing Information 
Planted in a 15gal fabric pot with decent soil, fertilized and kept it watered so you’re suppose to do. However, the only water it mostly received was from Mother Nature or it was in such desperate need I couldn’t avoid watering it. In spite of me it thrived and presented me and the hummers a beautiful show and quick meal before they were to fly south for the winter. Don’t ask me how I do it because I can’t explain it. The reason for me not to pay much attention was it was just a greenish plant that didn’t stand out much until the flowers arrived non stop in Sept in zone 7a. Don’t give up on it and from what I understand it needs to be contained or it’ll take over.
Pineapple Sage Salvia elegans
Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 12" - 18"
Spread: 16" - 20"
Height: 30cm - 46cm
Spread: 41cm - 51cm
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Details
12 - 18 Inches16 - 20 Inches16 - 20 Inches30cm - 46cm41cm - 51cm41cm - 51cmFeatures
Brilliant red flowers in summer over fruity scented foliage
Heat TolerantDrought TolerantAttracts:BirdsButterfliesHummingbirdsResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:12 - 18 Inches 30cm - 46cmSpacing:16 - 20 Inches 41cm - 51cmSpread:16 - 20 Inches 41cm - 51cmFlower Colors:RedFlower Shade:RedFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Dark GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Late Summer Through FallHardiness Zones:8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:This tender perennial will add beauty to your garden
Maintenance Notes:Golden foliaged plants may sunburn in very high light. In areas with strong sun this plant may benefit from afternoon shade.
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5 Reviews
53413211Browse reviews from people who have grown this plant.-
Henrysmom, Virginia, United States, 44 weeks ago
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I have grown a pineapple sage for 3-4 years now, it blooms in the fall-winter, its so beautiful! is the show of the garden at that time of the year. It's important to keep it contain as it spreads fast. I love the beautiful flower and scent.
Francesca, California, United States, 1 year ago -
Bought 3, 1 died, 2 grew like weeds. But neither of them produced any flowers. Followed the tag instuctions and I have a "very green thumb"....what happened??? Can I make them last for next year???
Chris Davies, Pennsylvania, United States, 13 years ago
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