Sagewood (Buddleja Salviifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium, drought-tolerant once established watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Buddleja salviifolia is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to southern and eastern Africa, known for its fragrant pale lavender flowers and silvery-green foliage.

Sagewood

Sagewood

Buddleja Salviifolia

Buddleja salviifolia is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to southern and eastern Africa, known for its fragrant pale lavender flowers and silvery-green foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium, drought-tolerant once established
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sagewood

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Buddleja