Plant Profile: Salvia leucantha

Velvet sage, commonly known as Mexican bush sage, is a perennial plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Although it is relatively new to gardens, it has become a popular choice for late summer displays throughout the state. This plant thrives in regions from the lower Piedmont to the coastal plain, but it is vulnerable to harsh winter conditions, which can lead to its demise. The flower stalks feature velvety, purplish bases that persist, along with short-lived blooms.

The name 'leucantha' is derived from Latin, where 'leucos' translates to "white" and 'anthos' means flower.

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