Leucophyllum revolutum 'Houdini'
Houdini Highland Sage
Description
Collected at higher elevations in Mexico so is especially well-suited to colder climates. Completely evergreen in Phoenix and blooms later than the other species preferring cooler fall weather. Texture is different being succulent. Leaves are light green and have the texture of rosemary. Blooms profusely in fall with large, medium purple flowers. Grows slowly to 4' by 4-5'.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, With Rocks
Special Uses
Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.