Texas Sage Plant — Leucophyllum frutescens | Silver Leaf Purple Flowering Shrub

Texas Sage (Leucophyllum frutescens), also known as Barometer Bush, is a stunning drought-tolerant shrub with soft, silvery-grey foliage and vibrant purple-pink blooms that appear after rainfall — earning it the nickname Barometer Bush. Its striking silver-and-purple contrast makes it a standout in any sunny garden or xeriscape landscape.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Leucophyllum frutescens
• Common Names: Texas Sage, Barometer Bush, Texas Ranger, Purple Sage
• Family: Scrophulariaceae
• Plant Type: Evergreen drought-tolerant flowering shrub
• Height: 1–2 metres
• Flower Colour: Purple-pink; silver-grey foliage
• Flowering Season: After rainfall events; summer to monsoon in India

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun — essential for best growth and flowering
• Watering: Low; highly drought-tolerant — avoid overwatering
• Soil: Well-draining sandy or rocky soil; tolerates poor soils
• Fertilizer: Minimal — light balanced NPK once or twice a year
• Container Suitability: Good in large pots with excellent drainage
• Landscaping Uses: Xeriscape garden, hedge, border, rock garden, coastal garden

Care Guide

• Avoid overwatering — root rot is the main risk
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact shape
• Thrives in hot, sunny, dry conditions
• Excellent choice for water-wise and low-maintenance gardens

Customer FAQs

Q: Why is it called Barometer Bush?
A: It tends to burst into bloom after rainfall or high humidity — acting as a natural barometer for weather changes.

Q: Does it grow well in Kerala’s humid climate?
A: Yes, with well-draining soil and full sun it adapts well, though it prefers drier conditions than Kerala’s typical monsoon season.

Q: Is it good for hedges?
A: Yes — it responds well to pruning and makes an attractive, low-maintenance silver-foliage hedge.

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Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.