Salvia greggii 'Alba'
White Autumn Sage
Description
This drought tolerant, evergreen shrub is 2-3' tall and wide and produces beautiful white flowers that bloom from spring to fall.
Maintenance Tips
Salvia greggii 'Alba,' also known as White Autumn Sage, is one of the best woody shrubs for attracting birds, especially hummingbirds. This hybrid typically grows 2-3' tall and wide, with the flower stalks reaching another 6" beyond the foliage. This hybrid was created for the stark white blooms. As a woody shrub, it tends to become dense with cross branching, so thinning out the branches and allowing sunlight to the interior benefits the plant greatly. All of the flowers are born at the tips of the branches, so hedging is discouraged as it will cut off the blooming potential.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.