Mountain Sage 'Jame' (Salvia regla 'Jame')

Overview

Salvia regla 'Jame' is a cultivar of Mountain Sage, a large, deciduous shrub native to Mexico and Texas. It produces showy, tubular orange-red flowers in late summer to fall, when few other plants bloom. The aromatic, gray-green leaves drop in winter. 'Jame' is noted for its particularly floriferous habit.

Taxonomy

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Species: regla
• Cultivar: 'Jame'

Culture

Full sun, well-drained soil, drought tolerant. Grows 4–6 feet tall and wide. Hardy to zone 7 with protection. Prune in late winter to encourage bushy growth. Excellent for late-season color, hummingbird gardens, and xeriscapes.