Flowering Plants

Autumn Sage 'Dark Dancer'

Salvia greggii 'Dark Dancer'

$42.00

In Stock — 35 available

Sun: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs: Low
Mature Height: 2–3 ft
Mature Width: 2–3 ft
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color: Dark Pink/Red
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to 0°F
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Las Cruces Suitability: Excellent — Desert Adapted

Why We Recommend It

This vibrant sage variety thrives in Las Cruces with its excellent heat and drought tolerance, providing continuous blooms for months. It's a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies, bringing life to your garden.

Plant details are general guidance — ask our staff about your yard's conditions.

Best For

Xeriscape
Pollinator Gardens
Containers
Front Yards

Full Sun
Low Water
2–3 ft

Autumn Sage ‘Dark Dancer’ is a compact, woody perennial prized for its deep red to burgundy flowers and long blooming season. Flowering from spring through fall, it provides continuous color and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators. Highly adapted to Southwestern climates, it thrives in heat, full sun, and well drained soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscapes and low maintenance landscapes.

Highlights:
• Rich deep red to burgundy flowers
• Extended bloom season from spring through fall
• Strong attraction for hummingbirds and pollinators
• Compact growth ideal for borders and mass plantings
• Excellent heat and drought tolerance once established

Bloom: Spring through fall
Flower: Deep red to burgundy
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Spread: 2 to 3 feet
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Low
Hardiness: Zones 7 to 10

Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvia_greggii

USDA Zone: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

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Nursery container sizes are industry standards. Plant height and fullness vary by species and season.

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