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Buchanan's Sage (Salvia buchananii)

Buchanan's Sage
Buchananii flowers
Buchananii foliage
Buchananii habit

Overview

Salvia buchananii, known as Buchanan's Sage or Fuchsia Sage, is a tender, sprawling perennial from Mexico. It produces stunning, long, tubular fuchsia-pink flowers with a distinctive curved shape, blooming from late summer to frost. The glossy, deep green leaves are ovate and slightly serrated.

Taxonomy

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Salvia
Species: buchananii

Cultivation

Partial shade, rich, moist but well-drained soil. Grows 2–3 feet tall, spreading wider. Frost tender (zones 9–11); best in containers or as annual. Excellent for hanging baskets, shaded borders, and hummingbird gardens. Pinch to encourage bushiness.

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