To maximize its chance of returning in the spring, make sure it has great drainage and a good layer of mulch. The combination of wet feet and cold will probably cause it to rot. It is easy to propagate by cuttings if you want to make some before winter. While filming an upcoming episode of Southern Gardening on Mexican bush sage, we noticed the hummingbirds would really fight over the opportunity to feed off the flowers. As we would get too close for their comfort, they would go to a nearby bush and wait for us to move.
Salvias are among the easiest and showiest of flowers for the garden.
These are the flowers to plant if you want to garden and golf. They are also well suited for the backyard wildlife habitats. Plant Salvia farinacea Victoria Blue, Indigo Spires and the Mexican bush sage, and you will have color from spring until freezing weather. Recommendations on this web site do not endorse any commercial products or trade names.