Violet Silver Leaf Sage

Leucophyllum candidum

Light
Water
Low water once established. Water deeply, then let soil dry thoroughly; occasional summer irrigation supports growth during prolonged drought. Water new plants more regularly while roots establish.
Toxicity
Description
A compact desert shrub with densely fuzzy, silvery-white leaves and vivid violet-purple flowers; well suited to Phoenix heat and dry conditions.
Deciduous / Evergreen
Growth Rate
Growth Habit
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Toxicity
Non-toxic
Care Instructions

Light: Full sun; at least 6–8 hours daily encourages dense growth and abundant flowering.

Water: Low water once established. Water deeply, then let soil dry thoroughly; occasional summer irrigation supports growth during prolonged drought. Water new plants more regularly while roots establish.

Soil: Very well-drained sandy, gravelly, or rocky soil; tolerates alkaline soil. Avoid poorly drained clay and heavily amended planting holes.

Mature size: Typically 3–5 feet tall and wide, depending on cultivar and growing conditions.

Bloom: Flowers in intermittent flushes from late spring through fall, often following summer rain and increased humidity.

Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen in Phoenix; may thin or shed some foliage during cold weather or severe drought.

Growth rate: Slow to moderate.