Texas Sage Silverado (Leucophyllum)

Leucophyllum frutescens 'Silverado'

texas sage silverado

Also known as: Cenizo, Barometer Bush, Purple Sage, Texas Ranger

Texas Sage Silverado is a tough evergreen shrub known for its soft silvery gray foliage and vivid lavender purple flowers. Native to Texas and northern Mexico, this sun loving Texas Sage is sometimes called the Barometer Bush because it often bursts into bloom after periods of high humidity and summer rain. Its silver foliage creates beautiful contrast even when the plant is not flowering, while the colorful blooms bring extra interest throughout the warm season. Texas Sage Silverado grows best in full sun and well drained soil and becomes highly drought tolerant once established, making it a great choice for garden beds, borders, drought tolerant landscapes, and sunny outdoor spaces.

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8.7"

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plant tips

water
Water regularly until established then reduce significantly — this plant thrives with very little water once mature.
light
Full sun lover — needs at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for the most abundant blooms and healthiest growth.
zone
8 and above.
mature size
Approx. 72" W × 72" H

care

Plant in well-draining, slightly alkaline soil in a sunny spot. Water regularly until established then reduce to occasional watering — this plant actually blooms more after dry spells followed by humidity. No fertilizing needed — it thrives in lean, dry soil. Prune lightly after each bloom cycle to maintain its neat, rounded shape and encourage fresh new growth.

decor inspo

low water garden
Use Texas Sage Silverado in mass plantings or open garden spaces for a low-water, high-impact display that blooms beautifully after summer rains. A natural, eye-catching choice for any drought-tolerant landscape design.
garden border silver and purple
Plant Texas Sage Silverado along garden borders, driveways, or foundation beds for a stunning contrast of silver leaves and lavender-purple blooms that stands out in any sunny landscape.