Sage 'Pineapple'

Scientific Name: Salvia elegans 'Scarlet Pineapple'

Common Names: Pineapple Sage, Scarlet Pineapple Sage

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Height: 3–4 feet (90–120 cm)

Width: Up to 4 feet (120 cm)

Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies

Foliage: Aromatic, lance-shaped, bright green leaves with pineapple scent

Bloom Time: Late summer to fall

Flower Colour: Scarlet red

Uses: Culinary applications (e.g., teas, salads, desserts), ornamental plantings

Plant Habit: Upright, bushy shrub

Water: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil

Maintenance: Low; regular pruning encourages bushier growth

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 8–10

General Information: Salvia elegans 'Scarlet Pineapple', commonly known as Pineapple Sage, is a tender perennial celebrated for its aromatic foliage and vibrant blooms. The bright green, lance-shaped leaves emit a sweet pineapple fragrance when crushed, and the plant produces striking scarlet red, tubular flowers from late summer into fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.