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Santa Barbara Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage

A semi-evergreen shrub that forms a slowly spreading mound, more compact than the species. Dark gray-green leaves are lance-shaped, white and hairy below, and aromatic. Long, sweeping stalks carry two-lipped, bright purple flowers held in fuzzy, deep purple calyxes. Blooms from spring through fall in mild climates. Attracts hummingbirds, other pollinators and beneficial insects. Native to Mexico.

Low waterFull Sun2 - 3 feet H x 2 - 3 feet WOrange County delivery

Plant Information

Botanical name

Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara'

Water needs

Low

Light needs

Full Sun

Mature height

2 - 3 feet

Mature width

2 - 3 feet

USDA zone

Zones 8 - 11

Size & final look
1 gal

Starter size

Best for budget planting and massing

5 gal

Balanced impact

Visible sooner without jumping to specimen pricing

Mature size: 2 - 3 feet x 2 - 3 feet.

Spacing guide: 1-2 ft apart for a fuller planting.

For privacy lines, slopes or HOA-facing front yards, choose planting with care so our crew can confirm layout before installation.

Planting & 3-Month Care

Delivery & Guarantee

Santa Barbara Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage
Santa Barbara Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage
Santa Barbara Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage
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Santa Barbara Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage
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