Sweet Pineapple Sage Seeds - Herbal Plant

Sweet Pineapple Sage is a fragrant herb known for its aromatic foliage that releases a sweet pineapple-like scent when crushed and its bright red tubular flowers. It is widely grown in herb gardens, pollinator gardens, and ornamental landscapes for its fragrance and ability to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. This fast-growing plant thrives in warm climates and can be grown in garden beds or containers. It performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.

Features

• Aromatic herb with sweet pineapple-scented leaves
• Produces bright red tubular flowers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Suitable for herb gardens and containers
• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate
• Ornamental and pollinator-friendly plant
• Performs well in warm growing conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Salvia elegans
• Common Name (US): Pineapple Sage
• Seed Type / Variety: Herb Variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial shrub
• USDA Zones: 8-11 (grown as annual in cooler regions)
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 3-5 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart