Leucophyllum frutescens 'Compactum'

Purple Sage, Ash Plant, Barometer Bush, Texas Sage, Silverleaf, Texas Ranger

Family: Scrophulariaceae Figwort


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 9B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Spring through Fall
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, hedge, massing, seashore
Height 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Spread 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf, semi-evergreen
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy
Form Rounded, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage