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| 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 |
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Salvia leucantha 'Midnight' (Purple 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 purple 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. Similar to S. leucantha other than that the flower is completely purple with no extending white center. Cut back annually to maintain best appearance.
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 'Midnight' .
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