Mexican Bush. An evergreen subshrub with mid-green leaves, white-downy beneath. Spikes of white flowers from winter to spring. Max Height 60cm to 1m. Max Spread 40cm to 90cm. Flowers January to May. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia leucantha
An evergreen subshrub with mid-green leaves, white-downy beneath. Spikes of white flowers from winter to spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Salvia |
|---|---|
| Species | leucantha |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Mexican Bush |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm, 1m |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 40cm, 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | January, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
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