Leucophyllum ‘TX Sage’ or ‘Silverleaf’
Texas Sagecomma-sign also known as Silverleafcomma-sign is an evergreen shrub celebrated for its silvery-gray foliage and periodic show of flowers. This plant thrives in hotcomma-sign dry climates and requires minimal upkeep once established. It’s a popular choice for landscapes seeking drought tolerance and year-round visual interestcomma-sign often blooming after rainfall with a range of flower colors. Texas Sage provides texture and color to gardens while also attracting pollinators.
Specs
Silvery Shrub with a Surprise Bloom
Texas Sage, also called Silverleaf, is a tough yet beautiful evergreen shrub with soft, silvery-gray foliage and bursts of colorful blooms that appear after rainfall. A favorite for xeriscaping, it brings year-round structure and periodic floral flair.
Product Highlights
Category: Evergreen Shrub
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (typically after rain)
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
Mature Size: 5 to 8 feet tall and wide
USDA Zone: 8 to 11
Temperature: Hardy down to 10–15°F
Color: Purple, pink, lavender, or white flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Water Needs: Very low once established
Bloom Size: Small, bell-shaped flowers, about 1 inch
Pet Friendly? Yes – generally considered non-toxic
Best Uses:
Ideal for hedges, screens, or focal points in low-water gardens and hot climates.
Pro-tip:
Once established, Texas Sage requires minimal water, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or drought-tolerant landscapes. Enjoy its colorful blooms after rain for added beauty.
Texas Sage, also called Silverleaf, is a tough yet beautiful evergreen shrub with soft, silvery-gray foliage and bursts of colorful blooms that appear after rainfall. A favorite for xeriscaping, it brings year-round structure and periodic floral flair.
Product Highlights
Category: Evergreen Shrub
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (typically after rain)
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
Mature Size: 5 to 8 feet tall and wide
USDA Zone: 8 to 11
Temperature: Hardy down to 10–15°F
Color: Purple, pink, lavender, or white flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Water Needs: Very low once established
Bloom Size: Small, bell-shaped flowers, about 1 inch
Pet Friendly? Yes – generally considered non-toxic
Best Uses:
Ideal for hedges, screens, or focal points in low-water gardens and hot climates.
Pro-tip:
Once established, Texas Sage requires minimal water, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or drought-tolerant landscapes. Enjoy its colorful blooms after rain for added beauty.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Upright & Bushy
Mature Height:
LARGE (6 to 15 feet)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Cold Tolerant
Color:
Purple
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Low
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes