Blackcurrant Sage
(Salvia microphylla)
Blackcurrant Sage (Salvia microphylla)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Salvia microphylla, commonly known as Blackcurrant Sage, is an evergreen perennial herb native to a variety of habitats including pine-oak woodlands and mixed forests in the Southwestern USA, Mexico, and Central America. It typically grows to 1 to 1.3 m (3.3 to 4.3 ft) tall and wide. The plant has a bushy habit with ovate leaves that are aromatic when crushed, emitting a fragrance reminiscent of blackcurrants. Salvia microphylla is known for its vibrant flowers, which bloom profusely in late spring and again in autumn, with some flowering possible throughout the year in mild climates. The flowers come in shades of magenta, red, pink, and rose and are arranged in whorls, attracting pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees.
Blackcurrant Sage is valued for its ornamental flowers, aromatic foliage, and relatively low maintenance requirements. It is used in gardens for border planting, as a fragrant addition to herb gardens, and for attracting wildlife. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate part shade, and prefers well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant once established, moderate watering will encourage more abundant blooms. It can be prone to root rot in poorly drained soils and may become invasive if conditions allow for unchecked spread via its underground runners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Blackcurrant Sage is valued for its ornamental flowers, aromatic foliage, and relatively low maintenance requirements. It is used in gardens for border planting, as a fragrant addition to herb gardens, and for attracting wildlife. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate part shade, and prefers well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant once established, moderate watering will encourage more abundant blooms. It can be prone to root rot in poorly drained soils and may become invasive if conditions allow for unchecked spread via its underground runners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 3-4 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Red, Pink
- Flowering Season: Fall, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Groundcover, Hedges, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Pine-oak woodlands and mixed forests
Other Names
Common Names: Baby Sage, Graham’s Sage, Svartvinbärssalvia
Scientific Names: , Salvia microphylla,
GBIF Accepted Name: Salvia microphylla Kunth