Leucophyllum frutescens (Leucophyllum / Texas Sage)

Type of plant: Outdoor plant

Foliage type: Evergreen

Lifespan: Perennial

Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Water needs: Low

Color: Silver-green foliage with purple to lavender flowers

Soil type: Well-draining sandy or rocky soil

Maintenance level: Low

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Description

Leucophyllum frutescens, commonly known as Texas Sage, is a hardy evergreen ornamental shrub appreciated for its silver-green foliage and beautiful purple to lavender flowers. It is well suited to Cyprus’ warm and dry climate, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and requires very little maintenance, making it an excellent choice for gardens, borders, rockeries, and low-water landscape designs. Its compact, rounded habit and long flowering periods add lasting ornamental value to outdoor spaces.