Shrub · Deer-resistant
Texas Sage
Leucophyllum frutescens
Also called: Cenizo, Barometer Bush, Purple Sage
A silver-leaved desert shrub that bursts into purple bloom after rain — earning its nickname 'barometer bush.' Thrives on neglect in the hottest, driest corners of a Texas yard.
Growing & care
Plant in fast-draining soil and full sun. Never overwater — root rot is the only thing that kills it. Prune lightly in late winter; avoid shearing into tight balls.
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In bloom: Jun–Oct · Colors: purple, pink
Where to buy
Look for texas sage (Leucophyllum frutescens) at: Native Texas nurseries, Prairie Moon Nursery, local independent garden centers.
Buying nursery-propagated natives — never collected from the wild — keeps
wild populations intact. Ask any seller where their stock comes from.
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