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Salvia leucantha 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Mexican Sage
  • Variegated Mexican Bush Sage

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Salvia leucantha 'Variegata' plant details

Salvia leucantha 'Variegata' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with blue, green and variegated foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia leucantha 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, showy, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia leucantha 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A perennial blooming late summer with grey-green leaves that are streaked with cream. It grows to 30" displaying beautiful spikes of deep purple flowers with specks of white. Hardy zone 8-10, likes sun.

Gardening facts about Salvia leucantha 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Salvia leucantha 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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