Texas sage (Leucophyllum frutescens) plants are easy-care, compact, drought-resistant and attractive bushes. Also known as Texas barometer bush, cenizo, purple sage and Texas silverleaf, these plants grow in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 to 11. The foliage of the bushes includes silver-gray oval leaves that are soft to the touch. During summer and fall, tubular flowers in hues of pink, blue and purple bloom and provide a dramatic contrast to the plant’s shimmery leaves.
Texas Sage Care
Leucophyllum frutescens
What is the plant
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
7a - 11
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Too much water decreases the frequency of blooms, causes the foliage to flop and increases the chances of root rot.
Pruning
Prune Texas sage in early spring if you want to maintain a rounded shape and reduce dense foliage.
Fertilizer
Do not fertilize the plant or add compost to soil.
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Sunlight
Sun
Soil
exas sage does not need rich soil to thrive and prefers dry but well-draining alkaline soil with infrequent watering.
Temperature
Tolerant of both desert heat and cold.
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