Hummingbird Sage- Salvia spathacea is also known as ‘Pitcher Sage' or ‘Crimson Sage', an attractive CA native plant. Plentiful in Oak woodlands, it requires less water which makes it an excellent choice for landscapes where an application of too much summer water is harmful for the Blue, Live, Oracle or Valley Oaks found in Solano County.

A versatile choice for suburban landscapes; while enjoying a cup of coffee recently, I observed a local hummingbird checking out the blossoms for a morning meal. My plant was obtained at a local California Native Plant Society (CNPS) plant sale 2 years ago and has now grown to several plants. Drip irrigation is all I have provided. Durable, attractive and water-wise; it's a good choice for today's climate.

Our local county library has addition information packets on the bulletin board, or search for CA Native Plants on line.

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