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California Native Plant

Salvia leucophylla 'Point Sal Sprender'

Point Sal Purple Sage

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Information by:         Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

The purple leaf sage is an evergreen shrub that grows 3-4 ft. tall. It has white tomentose stems and leaves and light purple flowers that bloom between May and June. This shrub tolerates heat and droughts. The purple leaf sage is a California native.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green, White

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Modify your controller each season. In the rainy season turn it off.