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Autumn Sage
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Autumn Sage

Salvia greggii

Honeybees visit Salvia greggii for its abundant nectar and pollen, providing a reliable forage source from spring through fall with peak blooming in autumn to support late-season colony needs. This drought-tolerant subshrub requires minimal watering once established and is resistant to deer browsing. Prune back in late winter to promote denser growth and more flowers.

Nectarhigh
Pollenhigh
BloomMarch–November
USDA zones6-9
TypePerennial
Sunfull
NativeSouthwestern United States and Mexico
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