Also known as Mexican Sage · Mexican-Bush-Sage · Texas Sage
Salvia leucantha, Mexican Bush Sage, is a striking perennial shrub prized for its velvety purple-and-white flowers that bloom prolifically.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C; can tolerate brief dips.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring; over-fertilizing can reduce flowering.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Mexican Bush Sage thoroughly when the top 5-7 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially in cooler months. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune Mexican Bush Sage in early spring after the last frost to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flower spikes throughout the blooming season to prolong flowering.
Cut back hard in late fall or early winter before the coldest weather arrives.
Propagate Mexican Bush Sage from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep moist and warm, and they should root within a few weeks. Plant out after roots have developed.
Repot Mexican Bush Sage every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend.
Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Where Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia leucantha) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Species | Salvia leucantha |
Similar in genus Salvia
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