Buchanan’s Sage
Salvia buchananii
Hummingbirds love this continuingly flowering, shade tolerant sage, perfect for somewhat-shady side yards or entranceways. Bees love its bright fuchsia-pink flowers and gophers tend to leave it alone. Also grows well in a container.
Water: Moderate
Hardiness: Frost Hardy
Habit: Herbaceous perennial that grows 1 to 3' tall
Light: Full Sun to Shade
Soil: Well-draining soil with some compost each year
Origin: Mexico
Buchanan’s Sage