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Salvia leucantha

Salvia leucantha, Mexican Sage Plant

Salvia leucantha, commonly known as the Mexican Sage Plant, is grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender flower spikes with small, light purple flowers. The flowers sit neatly above the mid-green foliage as it grows to 1 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Salvia leucantha is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in cottage gardens, grown around outdoor living areas, or planted to attract butterflies and bees.

Large Salvia leucantha plant with purple flowers and green foliage.
Purple flowers on Salvia leucantha.
Salvia leucantha purple flowers.
Salvia leucantha purple flowers and green foliage.
Salvia leucantha purple flower.
Purple and white flowers on Salvia leucantha.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSalvia leucantha, Mexican Sage Plant

Salvia leucantha Details

Salvia leucantha, commonly known as the Mexican Sage Plant, is grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender flower spikes with small, light purple flowers. The flowers sit neatly above the mid-green foliage and are great for attracting butterflies and birds. All parts of the plant are aromatic and produce a lovely fragrance when crushed. It typically grows to 1 m tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best on a well-drained, sheltered site in full sun. It is frost hardy once established and does require good levels of moisture during dry periods. Salvia leucantha is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in cottage gardens, grown around outdoor living areas, or planted to attract butterflies and bees. A mass planting suits this plant and gives a lovely display.

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