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Products > Salvia leucantha   Salvia leucantha - Mexican Sage    [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) Origin: Mexico (North America) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Purple Bloomtime: Year-round Height: 3-4 feet Width: 3-4 feet Exposure: Sun or Shade Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Salvia leucantha (Mexican Sage) - A quick growing arching shrub that can reach 3-5 feet tall and wide. New branch growth is covered with woolly white hairs. The leaves are grey-green, narrow and long. The flowers are composed of velvety purple calyces with extended white petals, emerging from the branch tips almost year-round along the coast; peak bloom period is spring through early fall. This Salvia likes full sun to light shade and is drought tolerant. Cut back annually to maintain best appearance. Hardy to 15-20° F.  This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Salvia leucantha .     [MORE INFO]