Mexican Sage (Salvia Mexicana) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium, drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salvia mexicana is a tall, perennial subshrub known for its striking chartreuse to lime-green flower bracts and mid-green foliage, native to Mexico.

Mexican Sage

Mexican Sage

Salvia Mexicana

Salvia mexicana is a tall, perennial subshrub known for its striking chartreuse to lime-green flower bracts and mid-green foliage, native to Mexico.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium, drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mexican Sage

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Salvia