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West Texas Sage

Salvia Reptans

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Overview

The West Texas Grass Sage, Salvia reptans, is a perennial herb earning favor for its slender, upright form and graceful, willowy stems. Reaching 3-4 feet in height with a 2-foot spread, this hardy native showcases vibrant blue flowers from late summer through fall. Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, while attracting pollinators. Hardiness zones 6-9. Offers low maintenance with minimal water needs once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Offers low maintenance with minimal water needs once established
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — upright form and gracefulWest Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Reaching 3-4 feet in height with a 2-foot spreadWest Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — this sage is well-adapted to hotWest Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, while attracting pollinatorsWest Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Salvia reptans boasts a slender and upright habitWest Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — is a graceful and hardy perennial that adds a distinct texture and movement to any landscape design+16

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Offers low maintenance with minimal water needs once established
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — upright form and graceful
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Reaching 3-4 feet in height with a 2-foot spread
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — this sage is well-adapted to hot
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, while attracting pollinators
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Salvia reptans boasts a slender and upright habit
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — is a graceful and hardy perennial that adds a distinct texture and movement to any landscape design
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — Originating from the dry regions of West Texas and New Mexico
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — is a perennial herb earning favor for its slender
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — this hardy native showcases vibrant blue flowers from late summer through fall
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — scientifically known as Salvia reptans
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — The West Texas Grass Sage
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — providing a stunning contrast against its delicate foliage.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 10
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — ensuring that it is not only a visual highlight but also an ecologically supportive addition to any landscape
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — elongated leaves that remain a vibrant green throughout the growing season
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — sapphire blue flowers that are arranged in whorls
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — or along borders where its airy structure and vibrant blooms can be fully appreciated
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — wiry stems are adorned with narrow
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — consider using it as an accent plant in xeriscapes
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — It is relatively low-maintenance
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — the West Texas Grass Sage thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils
West Texas Sage (Salvia Reptans) — requiring minimal supplemental watering once established
Salvia Reptans
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