Mexican Bush Sage

mexican bush sage
Name: Mexican Bush Sage
Height: 3-5′
Width/Spread: 18-24″
Light: Sun/Partial Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous: D
Seasonal Interest: Fall
Color/Feature: Velvety purple or deep rose flower spikes with small white flowers.
EarthKindTM Rating: 9
Maintenance: Do not prune back until after last frost. Remove spent blooms to encourage new growth.
Botanical Name

& Comments:

Salvia leucanth
Good companion plant for the yellow flowers of fall. Graceful grayish-green foliage.

 

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