Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara' Starter Plant | Salvia leucantha 6–10 in | 2.5 x 3.5 in pot

About This Plant

Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara' (Salvia leucantha) is a flowering perennial shrub prized for velvety purple flower spikes with rose-lavender blooms, rising above soft gray-green foliage. This fast-growing starter plant thrives in full sun to light shade with well-draining soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and attracts pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies. Mature height is typically 2–3 feet with a fast growth rate. Grows well in borders, cottage gardens, patio containers, and water-wise landscapes. This listing is for a live starter plant.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara' starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 6–10 inches
✔️ Grown in a 2.5 x 3.5 inch nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: Mexican Sage 'Santa Barbara'
Botanical Name: Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara'
Plant Type: Flowering perennial shrub
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly during the first year; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 2–3 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 8–10 (overwinter indoors in colder climates)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once mature, this salvia requires little supplemental water and benefits from occasional pruning after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy shape.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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