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Salvia involucrata (rosy leaved sage)
Salvia involucrata (rosy leaved sage)
Tall, shade-tolerant salvia • Velvety purple-tinged foliage & showy reddish-pink flowers • Attracts hummingbirds from late summer through fall
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Salvia involucrata, commonly called rosy-leafed sage, is a bold, late-season standout that brings rich color and texture to the garden when many plants are winding down. This large, spreading perennial forms a full, rounded presence, growing nearly as wide as it is tall.
Its velvety green leaves carry a soft purple tint, creating an attractive backdrop for the long clusters of reddish-pink flowers that appear from late summer into fall. Even before opening, the deep-colored buds are ornamental, adding weeks of visual interest.
Unlike many salvias that demand full sun, rosy-leaf sage performs beautifully in partial shade, making it an excellent choice for bright woodland edges, sheltered borders, and mixed plantings. Hummingbirds flock to its nectar-rich blooms, adding life and movement to the garden.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Showy late-season reddish-pink flowers
- Decorative buds and long bloom period
- Velvety, purple-tinged foliage
- Strong hummingbird attraction
- Thrives in partial shade
- Large, dramatic garden presence
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Sun: Partial shade to full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–10
- Growth habit: Large, spreading, upright clump
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~6 ft. × 3 ft.
- Foliage: Velvety green with purple tones
- Flowering: Reddish-pink clusters, late summer through fall
- Form: Tall stems with arching flower spikes
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant where it has room to spread
- Choose bright shade or morning sun locations
- Shelter from strong winds if possible
- Improve soil with compost before planting
- Excellent for back-of-border placement
CARE MADE EASY
- Cut back to the ground in late winter or early spring
- Mulch to retain moisture in summer
- Water during extended heat
- Remove spent stems after flowering
- Divide mature clumps if overcrowded
POLLINATOR & GARDEN VALUE
- Major nectar source for hummingbirds
- Supports late-season pollinators
- Adds height and structure
- Extends garden interest into fall
- Pairs well with ferns, grasses, and woodland plants
BEST USES
- Pollinator and hummingbird gardens
- Part-shade borders
- Woodland edges
- Mixed perennial beds
- Late-season focal plantings
- Cottage-style gardens
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Salvia involucrata if you:
- Want strong late-summer and fall color
- Garden in partial shade
- Enjoy attracting hummingbirds
- Have space for a larger perennial
- Prefer bold, statement plants
- Grow in Zones 8–10
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.
Arrived in good condition, transferred to a 1 gallon pot, they’ve grown and look vigorous. Not so much for the Goodwin Creek Lavender I got in the same order. They’ve been kind of sluggish unlike two I bought at my local nursery. We’ll see.