Salvia puberula 'El Butano' - El Butano Downy Sage

(El Butano Downy Sage) Native to the mountains of Central Mexico, this plant is generally found at higher elevations - 4,500 to 8,000 feet. This selection was collected at 7,000 feet in Nuevo Leon. As a large flowering shrub for Fall & Winter color, it has no equal.

Growing up to six feet tall, we have found that a Summer hard pinch back makes for a much more compact plant at bloom time. The individual flowers, of a rich magenta, are almost four inches long - and in large clusters. The large slightly downy leaves are a nice light green, and hold up to weather, dogs and the like.

Our established plants have continued to bloom most years until early spring, even with snow, hail and cold rain day after day. Highly recommended!

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In stock	1 item(s) available
Weight	1.00 lbs
Common name	El Butano Downy Sage
USDA Zone	7 - 11
Size (h/w/fh)	48"/48"/60"+
Exposure	Full sun
Soil	Well drained
Water	Average
Pot size	3 1/2 inch deep pot
Price:	$7.00

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