LEUCOPHYLLUM FRUTESCENS

Leucophyllum frutescens or Texas sage is a low maintenance evergreen coastal shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family. It is a seasonal bloomer depending on changes in humidity to see the showy purple flowers. It works well as a hedge, foundation planting or in a container on a patio. Shrubs prefer low humidity but have excellent tolerance for drought and heat. Do not fertilize plants. Once established, plants require minimal maintenance. It propagates by seed or cuttings. This plant is moderately salt tolerant. Its form is compact, loosely branched.