Salvia leucantha 'Santa Barbara' PP#12949

 A quick growing shrub that can reach 2-3 feet tall by 4-6 feet wide as it spreads outward at the base from its rootstock. Stems covered with woolly white hairs and narrow 3 to 4 inch long leaves. Flowers are rose-lavender petals. Flowers are positioned well above the foliage and appear almost year-round along the coast; peak bloom period is spring through fall. Full sun to part shade with medium water. Drought tolerant. Hummingbird fav.