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Leucophyllum revolutum 'Houdini'

Houdini Highland Sage

Plant photo of: Leucophyllum revolutum 'Houdini'
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Collected at higher elevations in Mexico so is especially well-suited to colder climates. Completely evergreen in Phoenix and blooms later than the other species preferring cooler fall weather. Texture is different being succulent. Leaves are light green and have the texture of rosemary. Blooms profusely in fall with large, medium purple flowers. Grows slowly to 4' by 4-5'.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.