Pineapple Sage Plant (Salvia elegans)

Infuse your garden with tropical flair using our Pineapple Sage plants. This vibrant herb, cherished for its pineapple-scented leaves and vivid scarlet flowers, brings a burst of color and fragrance to any setting. A favorite among hummingbirds and butterflies, Pineapple Sage is perfect for culinary creations, herbal teas, or simply elevating your garden’s allure with its late-season blooms.

Shipping Spring 2025

Product Highlights:

• Tough and Vibrant: Pineapple Sage is a fast-growing perennial in zones 8 through 11, thriving in warm climates with well-drained soil. In cooler zones (5-7), grow it as an annual or overwinter indoors for year-round enjoyment.

• Culinary and Aromatic: Crush the leaves for a refreshing pineapple scent, ideal for teas, salads, desserts, or cocktails. The edible red flowers add a sweet, minty flair to dishes, making it a versatile kitchen herb.

• Pollinator Paradise: Its nectar-rich, tubular flowers bloom from late summer to fall, drawing hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, enhancing your garden’s ecological vitality.

Ideal For:

• Gardeners craving a fragrant, edible herb with ornamental appeal.

• Those designing pollinator-friendly or low-maintenance landscapes.

• Culinary enthusiasts eager to experiment with tropical flavors in recipes.

Planting and Care Instructions:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; amend with compost for best results. Avoid soggy conditions to prevent root rot.

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment (1-2 times weekly), then reduce to weekly or during dry spells. Established plants tolerate drought but thrive with consistent moisture.

• Sun Exposure: Loves full sun (6-8 hours daily) for maximum blooms; tolerates light afternoon shade in hotter climates.

• Spacing: Plant 24-36 inches apart to accommodate its 3-4 foot height and spread. Use large pots (12-14 inches) for container growing.

• Pruning: Pinch young tips for bushier growth and cut back to 6 inches after frost in zones 8-11 to encourage spring regrowth.

Rates for Shipping Garden Plants
Delicate plants like peppers and tomatoes are expensive to ship, frequently costing more than the plants themselves!! While you can order whatever your desired quantity of plants is, our packaging is for plants in sets of 3. Thus, flat rate shipping is in multiples of 3, starting with 1-3 plants for $17. The shipping cost will auto-populate at checkout. For understanding our full plant shipping, go here.