{"product_id":"salvie-cu-aroma-de-ananas-salvia-rutilans","title":"Pineapple-scented sage - Salvia rutilans","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia rutilans\u003c\/strong\u003e is a synonym used in horticulture for \u003cstrong\u003eSalvia elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003epineapple sage\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an aromatic subshrub native to Mexico and Guatemala, valued both for its strongly pineapple-scented leaves and for its red, tubular flowers, which appear late in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt forms an upright bush, 80–150 cm tall (sometimes taller under good conditions). The leaves are oval, light green, slightly fuzzy, and release a sweet pineapple fragrance when rubbed. The flowers are scarlet red, borne in spikes, and usually appear from August until the first frost. They attract bees, butterflies, and, in suitable climates, hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible leaves with a pineapple fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed tubular flowers with late-season blooming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous bush, 80–150 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual use: ornamental and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms from late summer through autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: full sun or bright partial shade. The more light it receives, the better it will bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: sensitive to frost. It usually tolerates temperatures down to approximately -5°C. In Romania, it is safest to grow it as an annual or overwinter it in a sheltered place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: regular. Keep the soil slightly moist, without waterlogging. This is not a drought-tolerant sage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: fertile, light, and well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pinch out the tips to encourage a bushier plant. In spring, remove dry shoots or cut back the bush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended growing medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor pots or to improve garden soil, a high-quality, well-drained potting mix is recommended.\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/pamant-universal-premium-de-flori-nl\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePremium universal potting soil (Netherlands) - Secret Garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves can be used in teas, desserts, lemonades, fruit salads, or to flavor drinks. The flowers are edible and decorative. In the garden, it is excellent for borders, herb gardens, patio pots, and autumn arrangements. It overwinters well indoors in a bright location if temperatures drop below 0°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not confuse this species with \u003cem\u003eSalvia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e (common culinary sage). Pineapple sage has a completely different aromatic profile and is much more sensitive to frost. In areas with cold winters, protect the rhizomes with mulch or move the plant indoors in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA spectacular sage with a pineapple fragrance and red autumn flowers, ideal both in the garden and in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⚠️ For maximum flavor, harvesting the leaves on sunny days, after the dew has evaporated, is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 15-25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe plant's appearance and size vary depending on the season, leaf maturity, pruning, etc.. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"12 cm pot","offer_id":57244342780230,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Salvia-rutilans-Pineapple.webp?v=1788353286","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-pl\/products\/salvie-cu-aroma-de-ananas-salvia-rutilans","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}