Mexican Sage Purple Special

Description

Salvia leucantha (Mexican Bush Sage) is a stunning, soft-textured perennial that’s fantastic for adding late-season colour and movement to a garden 🌿
🌸 Overview
Height: 1–1.5 m tall
Spread: 1–1.2 m wide
Flowers: Velvety purple spikes with white accents (late summer to autumn)
Foliage: Grey-green, slightly fuzzy leaves
☀️ Light & Position
Prefers full sun for best flowering
Can handle light shade, but may get leggy and flower less
🌱 Soil
Well-draining soil is essential
Tolerates poor soils but thrives with some compost added
💧 Water
Moderate water when establishing
Once established, it’s fairly drought-tolerant
✂️ Maintenance
Cut back hard in late winter/early spring to encourage bushy new growth
Can get a bit woody if not pruned
🌿 Spacing
Plant about 80 cm – 1 m apart for a full, lush look
🐝 Wildlife
Excellent for attracting bees, butterflies, and birds