Santa Barbara Mexican Sage Bush Zones|3-9 They are commonly used for

They are commonly used for making jams

Blooming from February to early March

bearing short stems of upfacing

The roots can also be dried for turmeric powder

Santa Barbara Mexican Sage Bush Zones|3-9 They are commonly used forBeautiful soft, gray green foliage is a wonderful complement to the bright blooms. Makes a stunning addition to a rock garden or mixed shrub border. A must have for sunny Mediterranean style gardens. Mexican sage does not share the pleasant scent or culinary values of the seasoning sage. Oils do have a mild pest resistant quality that leads to their use in some indigenous granaries and basket making. The flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds.