Key Features

• Growth Habit:
  • Upright, bushy perennial (often grown as an annual in cooler climates)
  • Typically grows 3–5 feet tall and 2–4 feet wide
• Bloom Color:
  • Bright red tubular flowers
• Fragrance:
  • Strong pineapple scent from foliage
• Flavor:
  • Mild, fruity pineapple-like flavor
• Culinary Uses:
  • Fresh leaves used in teas, desserts, and fruit salads
  • Garnish for drinks and dishes
  • Infused syrups and herbal blends
• Medicinal & Traditional Uses:
  • Traditionally used in herbal teas for digestion and relaxation
  • Mild calming and soothing properties
• Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
  • Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
  • Deer resistant
  • Generally pest resistant
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 8–11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)
• Sun Preferences: Full sun (best growth and flowering)
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates short dry periods once established

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

• Select a sunny, warm location with good drainage.
• Ideal for herb gardens, borders, and pollinator plantings.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 8–10 inches deep.
• Add compost to improve fertility and drainage.

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

• Gently remove the plant and loosen any circling roots.

5. Plant

• Place the plant so the root ball is level with the soil surface.
• Backfill and firm soil gently.

6. Water

• Water thoroughly after planting.
• Keep soil consistently moist during establishment.

7. Spacing

• Space plants 24–36 inches apart.

Overwintering Pineapple Sage

In-Ground (Zones 8–11)

• May act as a tender perennial
• Cut back lightly after flowering
• Apply mulch to protect roots during cooler months

Cooler Climates (Zones 7 and Below)

• Typically grown as an annual
• Take cuttings or bring plants indoors before frost
• Plants will not survive freezing temperatures outdoors

Container Plants

• Bring indoors before first frost
• Place in a bright, sunny window
• Water moderately and reduce feeding during winter

Red Flowering Pineapple Sage is a vibrant, multi-purpose plant that brings color, fragrance, and pollinator activity to the garden. Its late-season blooms and sweetly scented foliage make it a favorite for both ornamental and edible landscapes.