VERMILION BLUFFS® Mexican sage
Salvia darcyi 'Pscarl'
Brilliant cardinal-red spires in late summer and fall attract hummingbirds. It has proven hardy under protected conditions in Denver over the last 5 years. Perennial. Xeriscape. Read more here.
Tips from the pros: Be sure to plant in well-drained soil and provide additional mulch for added protection in winter.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Height | 36-40 inches |
| Width | 20-30 inches |
| Flowering Season | August to October |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 5b-10 |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Native Origins | N/A |
| Year Introduced | 2007 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand trim back dead stems in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance and allow to go to seed. Thin out any undesireable seedlings. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
