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Eder Mexican Bush Sage
Eder Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha 'Eder') has rich purple flowers on tall spikes that attract all kinds of pollinating insects in addition to migrating hummingbirds. The fuzzy green leaves on this cultivar are splashed with a cream-colored variegation. Plant this bush sage in full sun in soil that will dry out between waterings in a location where the butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds that are attracted to the flowers can be easily seen and enjoyed.
Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
July - August
September - October
Bloom Color:
Lavender
Purple
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Attracts Butterflies
Resistant To Deer
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 8