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Salvia leucophylla

Sage, Purple

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

The purple sage is an evergreen shrub that grows 2-3' tall by 5-6' wide. It has white tomentose stems and leaves and light purple flowers that bloom between May and June. This shrub tolerates heat and drought. The purple sage is a California native. -Cornflower Farms

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.