Salvia greggii ‘Radio Red’
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- autumn sage
- Plant type
- Bush shrub
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Cutting
- Native range
- Southwestern United States
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Salvia greggii 'Radio Red' is
Salvia greggii 'Radio Red' is an upright shrub that brings the character of the Southwestern United States to your garden. You will notice its vibrant red flowers, which stand out against the plant's fine, clean foliage.
Living with this autumn sage is straightforward. It thrives in open, warm spots where it can soak up plenty of light and prefers a sensible, moderate approach to watering.
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Most Salvias are considered safe for humans and pets, though ingestion of large quantities is never recommended.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial era
Native roots
People in the Southwestern United States have long observed this shrub in its wild, sun-drenched habitat.
- 19th century
Botanical discovery
The plant became a subject of interest for botanists documenting the flora of the arid American Southwest.
- 20th century
Garden cultivation
The plant transitioned from a wild shrub to a cultivated selection favored for its ability to handle warm, dry garden conditions.
- Modern era
The garden staple
You likely relate to this plant today as a reliable, upright perennial that requires little fuss when placed in a sunny border.
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Species and cultivars from the same genus, straight out of the reference catalogue.
Frequently asked about Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'?
Salvia greggii 'Radio Red' is a named cultivar of Salvia greggii. Commonly known as autumn sage, a bush shrub, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Southwestern United States.
How do you care for Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'?
Reference care guidance for Salvia greggii 'Radio Red': full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'?
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