{"product_id":"mexican-pitcher-sage","title":"Mexican Pitcher Sage","description":"\u003cp\u003eMexican Pitcher Sage is a striking perennial that produces long 1-foot spikes of vibrant magenta to purple-pink flowers from summer into early fall. Native to Mexico, this adaptable plant thrives in full sun to part shade and well-draining soil, making it an excellent choice for sunny borders and containers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile not native to California, Mexican Pitcher Sage is highly attractive to local pollinators—hummingbirds and native bees actively seek its nectar-rich blooms throughout the growing season. Its long flowering period extends the food sources available to California's pollinator populations, supporting ecosystem health in your garden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe plant is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance. Perfectly adapted to California's climate with it's very low water needs and heat tolerance. Pair it with other sun-loving perennials for a vibrant, low-water garden that brings movement and color while nurturing the insects and birds essential to your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLatin Name: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eLepechinia hastata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Type: \u003c\/b\u003ePerennial Herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSun: \u003c\/b\u003eFull Sun, Part Shade, Shade\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Variable\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Use: \u003c\/b\u003eVery Low, Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e 0F\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize at Maturity:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-6' Tall x 4-6' Wide\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth rate: \u003c\/b\u003eFast\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/b\u003eSummer, Fall\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDormancy: \u003c\/b\u003eSemi dormant\/Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecial uses: \u003c\/b\u003ePollinator support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Planted Seed Nursery","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":47989044838577,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1-Gallon","offer_id":47989044871345,"sku":null,"price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/3048\/5937\/files\/IMG_5873.jpg?v=1791128593","url":"https:\/\/www.theplantedseednursery.com\/products\/mexican-pitcher-sage","provider":"The Planted Seed Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}