{"product_id":"salvia-leucantha-harrys-red","title":"Salvia leucantha 'Harrys Red'","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarry's Red Mexican Bush Sage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salvia leucantha 'Harry's Red'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico (cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA stunning flowering perennial perfectly suited to Adelaide's Mediterranean climate, Salvia leucantha 'Harry's Red' forms upright, bushy clumps of grey-green foliage topped with dramatic spikes of deep burgundy-red flowers from late summer through autumn and into winter. Exceptionally drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it thrives in hot, dry positions and delivers months of rich colour when many other plants are fading. Ideal for bold borders, cottage gardens, pollinator havens and water-wise landscapes, 'Harry's Red' brings reliable structure, vibrant blooms and wildlife appeal with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–120 cm H × 80–100 cm W (forms rounded, bushy clump)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, narrow grey-green leaves with a soft, velvety texture; semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild Adelaide winters; aromatic when brushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, dense spikes of deep burgundy-red flowers with purple calyxes; blooms late summer through autumn into winter (peak autumn–early winter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic foliage—pleasant sage scent when touched; flowers lightly fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey-green foliage provides year-round structure with spectacular late-season flowering; extends colour well into winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for pollinators—attracts bees, butterflies, and native insects; popular with honeyeaters and other nectar-feeding birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional drought tolerance once established; heat-tolerant; frost-hardy (tolerates light to moderate frosts; foliage may be damaged below -5°C but recovers in spring); wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant in sheltered positions; poor soil tolerant; requires good drainage—will not tolerate waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBorder\/mass planting:\u003c\/em\u003e 2–3 plants per m²; spacing approximately 60–80 cm apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFeature\/specimen:\u003c\/em\u003e 1 plant per focal point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic and safe for pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (essential for best flowering and compact growth; tolerates light afternoon shade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy loam, loam, or gravelly soil; thrives in lean to moderately fertile soils; excellent in raised beds and containers; will not tolerate heavy clay or waterlogged conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak twice weekly for 8–12 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal to no watering in winter once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance; cut back hard in late winter (to 20–30 cm) to refresh and encourage bushy new growth; deadhead spent flower spikes to prolong blooming; light feed in early spring with slow-release fertiliser if desired (thrives without fertiliser); virtually pest and disease-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10+ years (may become woody; rejuvenate with hard pruning or replace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia—Adelaide plains, foothills, Fleurieu Peninsula, sheltered coastal and inland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.0); tolerates Adelaide's calcareous soils well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBold feature plant in cottage gardens and perennial borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMass planting for late-season colour in water-wise garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMixed perennial beds with lavender, Russian sage, ornamental grasses, and agapanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePollinator and bird-attracting gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInformal hedging or border edging along paths and driveways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLarge containers and pots for patios and courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCut flowers for fresh or dried arrangements—long-lasting stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e'Harry's Red' Mexican bush sage is the ultimate late-season performer for Adelaide gardens. Rich burgundy-red flower spikes glow against soft grey foliage from late summer well into winter, delivering vibrant colour exactly when most gardens need it. Drought-tolerant, frost-hardy, and loved by pollinators and birds, it thrives on neglect and transforms water-wise gardens into wildlife havens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48744427946236,"sku":"SALV-LEUC-HARR-RED-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/salvia-leucantha-harrys-red-mexican-sage-bush-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1770189501","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/salvia-leucantha-harrys-red","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}