Salvia Greggii Red Live Plants | Pack of 2 (TWO) | 5-9" Tall | Autumn Sage / Cherry Sage | Crimson Blooms & Aromatic Foliage

What You Will Receive: You will receive a Pack of 2 healthy, well-rooted Salvia Greggii ‘Red’ starter plants, each currently 5-9 inches tall. Shipped bare-root to prevent transplant shock, these semi-woody starts are ready to establish quickly, growing into robust, drought-proof shrubs in their first season.

Non-Stop Crimson Color: Keep your garden vibrant from spring until the first frost. Despite the name "Autumn Sage," this powerhouse blooms in waves throughout the spring, summer, and fall. The lipstick-red, tubular flowers cover the shrub, creating a dazzling contrast against the small, dense green leaves.

The Aromatic Deer Repellent: Protect your garden naturally. Salvia Greggii is also known as "Cherry Sage" because its foliage releases a pleasant, spicy-sweet scent when brushed against. While humans love this fragrance, deer and rabbits detest it, making this plant virtually immune to grazing pests.

The Ultimate Xeriscape Shrub: Save water without sacrificing beauty. Native to the rocky slopes of Texas and Mexico, this plant is built for heat. Once established, it requires little to no supplemental watering, making it the perfect choice for rock gardens, "Hell Strips" (area between sidewalk and road), or sunny slopes.

A Hummingbird Superhighway: Bring nature to your doorstep. The specific tubular shape of the blooms is evolved to feed hummingbirds. Planting this 2-pack ensures a steady stream of pollinators visiting your yard, adding movement and life to your outdoor sanctuary.

Care Instructions: Upon arrival, unwrap gently and soak roots in water for 20 minutes. Plant in sandy or gritty, well-draining soil in a location with Full Sun. Water regularly to establish, but once mature, allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. This plant hates "wet feet."

Safe Arrival Guarantee: We ship using eco-friendly, secure packaging designed to protect the roots and retain moisture. While some minor leaf drop is normal due to shipping stress (especially with semi-woody perennials), we guarantee your plants arrive with healthy, viable root systems ready to thrive.

The Tough-as-Nails Beauty That Smells Like Cherries

If you want a plant that demands nothing but gives everything, meet the Red Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii). This is not your delicate, fussy bedding flower. This is a rugged, woody sub-shrub native to the American Southwest, designed by nature to withstand blazing sun, rocky soil, and severe drought—all while looking absolutely stunning. Our 2-Pack of starter plants is your ticket to a low-maintenance, high-impact landscape.

A Feast for the Senses Salvia Greggii appeals to three senses at once.

Sight: The clouds of crimson-red flowers provide striking color from Spring through Fall.

Smell: Brush against the foliage, and you’ll be greeted by a unique, spicy scent often described as minty or cherry-like.

Sound: The constant hum of wings, as this is a top-tier attractor for hummingbirds and bees.

Your "Armor" Against Deer Gardeners often fight a losing battle against deer. Autumn Sage is your shield. The aromatic oils in the leaves that smell so good to us taste terrible to herbivores. Plant these around the perimeter of your garden to help deter pests from entering.

Versatile & Adaptable

In Zones 7-9: It is a hardy evergreen shrub that forms a neat, mounded hedge (2-3 feet tall).

In Cool Zones: It grows fast enough to be treated as a spectacular annual or can be potted and brought into a garage for winter dormancy.

In Containers: It thrives in pots on hot patios where other plants scorch.

Ready to Plant We ship established 5-9 inch starter plants. These are semi-woody perennials, meaning they have a strong structure ready to take off. Order your 2-pack today and stop watering dead plants—grow something that survives.

Main Color: Red, Crimson, Cherry Red
Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours)
Blooming Period: Spring to Fall (Repeat Bloomer)
Moisture Needs: Little to no watering (Drought tolerant once established)
USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 7-9 (Evergreen in South, Perennial in Zone 7, Annual in North)
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Ideal Soil Type: Sandy soil, Chalk soil, Loam soil (Must have excellent drainage)