Salvia Species, Cedar Sage, Dwarf Crimson Sage, Roemer's Sage
Salvia roemeriana
| Family: | Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Salvia (SAL-vee-uh) (Info) |
| Species: | roemeriana (ro-mer-ee-AH-nuh) (Info) |
| Synonym: | Salvia porphyrantha |
View this plant in a gardenCategory:
Perennials
Height:
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing:
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Danger:
N/A
Bloom Color:
Red
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Smooth
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Foliage Color:
Blue-Green
Dark Green
Bloom Characteristics:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Where to Grow:
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Alameda, California
Glen Avon, California
Pedley, California
Rubidoux, California
Sunnyslope, California
Dacula, Georgia
Barbourville, Kentucky
Alvarado, Texas
Arlington, Texas
Austin, Texas(2 reports)
Belton, Texas
Dallas, Texas
Dripping Springs, Texas(2 reports)
Elgin, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Houston, Texas
Laredo, Texas
Mc Kinney, Texas
New Braunfels, Texas
North Richland Hills, Texas
Poteet, Texas
San Antonio, Texas(2 reports)
San Marcos, Texas(2 reports)
Spring Branch, Texas
show allGardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Positive | On Sep 6, 2016, marasri from Dripping Springs, TX wrote: It grows wild under one bunch of Live oaks and cedars. I love this little guy . he seeds out as a friendly found cover. I am trying to get them established in other wild areas of my land. They grow without watering here in Central Texas and that is a very welcomed thing. They do bloom beautifully in the spring and then disappear to be replaced by other plants. They bloom at the same time as my yellow columbine , bugleweed and Dame's rocket. |
| Positive | On Apr 26, 2013, KWM_SA from San Antonio, TX wrote: I have this growing in a dry, well mulched bermed bed in dappled shade (with some splashes of morning sun). It blooms in about April and maybe again in the fall if we get some rain. It's not a show stopper as the plant is relatively small and not a prolific bloomer. I have mine growing with Turk's cap. The plants are low to the ground and have pretty scalloped leaves. This has reseeded very well for me with little supplemental watering once established. |
| Positive | On Jun 5, 2008, Suze_ from (Zone 7b) wrote: This is one of my top picks for a shade plant here in Texas, and it is also native to the area. It may not be as showy as some Salvias, but when it is in bloom, the long bloom spires (red to a deep reddish-orange) sure are pretty. I see most of the blooming in the spring and early summer, but it does continue to bloom sporadically throughout the summer and fall, especially if supplemental water is provided. |
| Positive | On Jul 10, 2003, christiantx from San Marcos, TX (Zone 8b) wrote: Seed may be easily collected from pods on plant. The seed may be viewed inside the pod as w/ other salvia's and should be black before removed. Plant has scent of cedar if foliage is rubbed w/ fingers. As previously mentioned the red blooms add a very dramatic effect to shaded areas.I have several plants that are successful in full sun as well. |
| Positive | On Jun 29, 2003, mdk from Austin, TX wrote: This plant will add an unexpected red accent to a shady, well-drained area, but does not bloom continuously. Should make a good early-season attraction for hummingbirds. |
