Mexican Sage Starter Plant 6-10" Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara' Drought Tolerant Purple Flowers, Full Sun Plant
Introducing the Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara' (Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara'), a stunning live starter plant perfect for adding vibrant color to your garden. This quick-growing shrub features beautiful velvety purple flowers and lush foliage, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. When you purchase, you'll receive one healthy, well-rooted starter plant approximately 6-10 inches tall, ready to thrive in your outdoor space.
- Fast-growing shrub that can reach 2-3 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide.
- Beautiful velvety purple flowers with rose-lavender petals.
- Long blooming period from spring to fall, with flowers appearing almost year-round along the coast.
- Drought tolerant once established, ideal for low-maintenance gardens.
- Attractive to pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.
- Perfect for full sun to light shade conditions.
- Comes in a convenient 2.5”x3.5” pot for easy handling and planting.
Common Name: Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara'
Scientific Name: Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara'
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
Watering: Water well the first year to establish; drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining soil
Hardiness Zones: 8-10
Growth Habit: Spreading shrub, 2-3 feet tall, 4-6 feet wide
Format: One healthy starter plant in a 2.5”x3.5” pot