Lepechinia fragrans 'El Tigre'

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Pitcher Sage, 'El Tigre'

 
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Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

The true species for this selection can be found growing in the San Gabriel and Santa Monica Mountains. Pleasant fragrant foliage. Fast growing with fuzzy green leaves to 3-5'H x 3-5'W. Beautiful pendulous and tubular lavender purple flowers attract hummingbirds in the spring and summer. This plant prefers irrigation and partial shade to shade conditions. Good for natural garden settings. Benefits from regular pruning to maintain good shape.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Lavender

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Water Garden, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.