Leucophyllum revolutum 'Houdini'

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Houdini Highland Sage

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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'.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

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

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.