General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 10b
Plant Height: 30 - 36 inches
Plant Spread: 36 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Variegated
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Time: Late summer or early fall
Fall
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: Texas Superstar®

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Common names
  • Bush Sage
  • Salvia

'Delilah' was a featured
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Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2010-06-07
Leaves of Salvia leucantha 'Delilah'.  Purple flowers when bloomi

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