Dwarf Texas Sage Live Plants (5-9") - Pack of 2 (TWO) - Leucophyllum frutescens 'Compacta' - Drought Tolerant Silver Shrub

What You Will Receive: You will receive a premium pack of 2 Live Dwarf Texas Sage Starter Plants, currently standing 5-9 inches tall. These healthy, well-rooted saplings are shipped in their grow pots/plugs (not bare root) to ensure the root system remains hydrated and are ready for immediate planting in containers or the ground.

Big Beauty in a Small Package: Get the iconic look of the Southwest without the overgrown maintenance. Unlike the standard Texas Sage that grows massive, this Dwarf variety stays naturally compact (maturing to just 3-4 feet). It offers the same stunning silver-gray foliage and vibrant purple blooms but fits perfectly in smaller garden beds, tight corners, or under windows.

The Magical "Barometer Bush": Watch your garden react to the weather! Just like its larger cousin, the Dwarf Texas Sage is famous for bursting into clouds of magenta-purple flowers in response to high humidity or rainfall. It provides a dazzling, shifting display of color that signals when a summer storm has passed.

Ultimate Drought Defense: Stop dragging the hose around. This is the gold standard for low-water landscaping. Once established, it is incredibly heat and drought-tolerant, thriving in blazing sun and poor, rocky soil where other plants fail. It’s the perfect choice for eco-friendly xeriscaping.

Versatile & Pest Proof: A stress-free addition to any yard. Its compact, rounded habit makes it ideal for low-maintenance hedges, foundation plantings, or decorative patio pots. Best of all, the fuzzy, silver texture of the leaves makes it naturally deer and rabbit resistant, keeping your garden safe from hungry foragers.

Guarantee & Secure Shipping: We utilize professional, eco-friendly packaging to secure the delicate foliage and root system during transit. Care Instructions: Upon arrival, unbox immediately and water well. Keep in a shaded area for 24-48 hours to recover from travel stress before moving to a sunny location. Satisfaction guaranteed.

The Rugged Beauty of the Desert, Sized for Your Home

Love the shimmering silver look of Texas Sage but don't have room for a massive 8-foot shrub? Meet the Dwarf Texas Sage (Leucophyllum frutescens 'Compacta'). We have taken the legendary toughness and beauty of the classic "Purple Sage" and shrunk it down into a tidy, manageable size that fits perfectly in modern residential landscapes.

Silver Foliage & Rainfall Blooms

This plant is a stunner year-round. Its soft, silver-gray foliage provides a sophisticated, modern contrast against green lawns and dark mulch. But the real show begins when the humidity rises. Known as the "Barometer Bush," this plant responds to atmospheric pressure changes and rain by covering itself in a blanket of bell-shaped, violet-purple flowers. It’s a breathtaking spectacle that turns your garden into a neighborhood highlight.

Perfect for Foundations and Pots

Because this dwarf variety matures to a neat 3-4 feet tall and wide, it is the ideal choice for foundation plantings under windows—you won't have to constantly prune it to see out!

Zones 8-11: Plant it in the ground as a permanent, evergreen low hedge or border accent.

Container Gardening: Its compact size makes it excellent for large pots on sunny patios, bringing a touch of desert chic to decks and balconies.

Thrives on Neglect

We ship these plants at a healthy 5-9 inch height, ready to establish quickly. The Dwarf Texas Sage is a survivor. It craves full sun and actually prefers "lean" soil without heavy fertilizers. Once established, you can practically forget about watering it, making it the ultimate plant for busy homeowners or water-restricted areas.

Main Color: Purple (Flowers), Silver/Gray (Foliage)
Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours) - Essential for blooming and density
Blooming Period: Spring to Fall (Triggered by rain/humidity)
Moisture Needs: Little to no watering (Once established; prefers dry roots)
USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 8-11 (Root hardy to 10-15°F)
Mature Height: In containers: 2-3 feet, In ground: 3-4 feet
Ideal Soil Type: Sandy soil, Loam soil, Chalk soil (Must be well-draining/Alkaline preferred)