Salvia leucophylla
Purple or Gray Sage
Description
The Purple Sage is an evergreen shrub that grows 2'-3' tall and 5'-6' wide. It has white 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.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.