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Texas Sage
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Leucophyllum frutescens

Texas Sage

Also known as: Barometer Bush, Cenizo, Purple Sage

Overview

About Texas Sage

Texas Sage is a native shrub famous for blooming profusely after summer rains, earning its nickname "barometer bush."

This iconic Texas native features silvery-gray foliage and produces masses of purple, pink, or white tubular flowers, typically after summer rainfall. It is extremely heat and drought tolerant, making it perfect for xeriscape designs.

Specifications

Plant Details

Plant Type
Evergreen shrub
Lighting
Full sun
Height
5 to 8 feet
Watering
Very low
Benefits
Native, extreme drought tolerance, deer-resistant

Maintenance

Care Instructions

Plant in full sun with well-draining soil. Do NOT overwater — this plant thrives on neglect. Prune lightly to maintain shape.

Photo: Jim Evans, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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