LEUCOPHYLLUM frutescens 'Green Cloud'
Commonly known as Texas sage
A hardy, drought loving plant which produces its abundance of magenta flowers just before a heavy rainfall or when humidity is high
£17.50
Plant Details
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Good to know
Drought-resistant, heat-tolerant plants. Flowering induced by humidity -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
USA. Texas, New Mexico, Mexico. Garden origin. Texas A&M University -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Fine, green, soft, oval leaves
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
Bell/LanternBell-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDensely leafy shrub resembling Mediterranean chaparral species
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)In a very well-drained site -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept
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Soil Conditions
Alkaline / Chalk lovingWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Leucophyllum Growing Guide
