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Mexican Bush Sage, Velvet Sage
Scientific Name: Salvia leucantha Cav.
Family: Lamiaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 10-24, 26-31 USDA: 9b-10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix (to 25°F, -4°C) Heat Tolerance: Difficult in the hottest areas around Phoenix Sun Exposure: Full sun, to light shade Origin: Central to South America Growth Habits: Perennial bush, fast growing to 3-4 feet (0.9 to 1.2 m) 3 foot spread (90 cm) Watering Needs: Moderate water Propagation: Seeds, softwood cuttings in summer, root division

Blooming Habits:
Mexican Bush Sage blooms from spring to fall. The white flowers come out of blue purple spikes.