Florida Landscape Native Plant Directory

Tropical Sage (Salvia coccinea)  Type:  Shrub / Wildflower Size: up to 2 feet tall with a 1-1/2 foot spread Zone: 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11 Habitat:  Full sun to partial shade, prefers well drained soil and tolerates a wide range of acidity. Description: This perennial's beautiful red flowers bloom from May to October and continue sporadically through the winter. Tropical Sage reseeds itself and serves as a nectar source for hummingbirds and butterflies. Photo Credit: Fred Nation

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