American Meadows Hot Lips Sage
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners wanting vibrant, pollinator-friendly color.
This ornamental salvia is the ultimate low-effort showstopper, delivering a constant stream of bi-colored blooms that practically beg hummingbirds to visit. While it demands full sun to really thrive, its drought tolerance and deer resistance make it a forgiving, high-impact choice for any garden border.
$17.98
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting, color-changing visual interest
- Wildlife enthusiasts wanting to attract hummingbirds and pollinators
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, heat-resilient landscaping
Who should skip it
- Northern gardeners living outside USDA zones 7-10
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding frequent pruning and maintenance
- Beginners with heavy, poorly draining garden soil
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the growing season.
Drought Tolerance
Highly resilient once established, requiring minimal supplemental watering.
Pest Resistance
Reliably ignored by deer and rabbits, saving your garden from browsing.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early summer well into autumn.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives in poor soil with very little intervention required.
Visual Impact
Striking bi-colored petals offer a playful, high-contrast focal point.
Key Specs
Mature Height
24-36 inches
Mature Spread
24-36 inches
Growing Zones
Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Ships As
Potted Plant
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
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