Shrubs
Chihuahuan Sage
Leucophyllum laevigatum
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Fragrant flowers in response to monsoon rains. Good as an informal hedge. Accepts poor soils.
The Basics
Type: ShrubsSun: Full/reflected SunHardiness: 10°FWater: Very LowNative to Chihuahuan DesertGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 4'Mature Width: 5'Mature Form: Rounded, openFoliage
EvergreenColor: Olive-greenTexture: FineWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: LavenderSeason: Summer to fall. Responds to monsoon rains.Comments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneAllergenicIrritation: NonePool Friendly
Rabbit Resistant
Native
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Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Carol Ward