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.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender, White
Flower Season
Spring, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green, White
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
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
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Filler, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
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.