Pinnaple Sage Ø9cm H15cm

Botanical Name

Salvia elegans

History & Uses

Native to Mexico and Central America, Pineapple Sage is a member of the mint family and has been traditionally used by the Mazatec people for medicinal and ceremonial purposes. Its vibrant red flowers and sweet pineapple-scented leaves make it popular both as a culinary herb and as a garden ornamental. The leaves can be used in teas, desserts, and fruit salads, while the flowers are edible and attractive to pollinators.

Key Benefits

• Sweet pineapple aroma and flavour
• Edible flowers loved by hummingbirds and bees
• Attractive ornamental with striking red blooms
• Can be used in teas, syrups, and fruit dishes

Plant Care

• Eventual Height: 90–120 cm
• Type: Tender perennial (often grown as an annual in cooler climates)
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Flower Colour: Bright red
• Flowering Period: Late summer to autumn

Summary

Pineapple Sage is a fragrant and eye-catching herb with sweet-scented leaves and vivid red flowers. Perfect for herbal teas or brightening up fruit dishes, it’s also a pollinator magnet—making it a delicious and beautiful addition to sunny herb gardens.