1 Live Plant Mexican Sage Santa Barbara Salvia Leucantha Flowering Perennial
Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara' is a vibrant flowering perennial known for its arching stems and striking two-toned blooms. The white and purple flowers create a beautiful contrast against gray-green foliage, making it a standout choice for gardens seeking late-season color and texture. This salvia variety is a favorite for adding height and movement to beds, borders, and large containers.
This versatile plant works well in pollinator gardens, cottage-style landscapes, and drought-tolerant plantings once established. It can be used as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or grouped for a dramatic effect. The long blooming period from late summer into fall provides extended seasonal interest.
Species: Salvia leucantha
Variety: Santa Barbara
Type: Perennial
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 8-10
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 24-36 inches
Notes: Plant in spring after last frost; prune in late winter to encourage new growth