Is Fragrant Pitcher Sage safe for pets?

Yes, Fragrant Pitcher Sage (Lepechinia Fragrans) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Fragrant Pitcher Sage easy to care for?

Fragrant Pitcher Sage has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Fragrant Pitcher Sage grow indoors?

Fragrant Pitcher Sage is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Fragrant Pitcher Sage (Lepechinia Fragrans) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lepechinia fragrans is an evergreen flowering shrub in the Mint family, known for its aromatic foliage and pitcher-shaped flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Fragrant Pitcher Sage

Lepechinia Fragrans

Lepechinia fragrans is an evergreen flowering shrub in the Mint family, known for its aromatic foliage and pitcher-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fragrant Pitcher Sage

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Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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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:Lamiaceae

Genus:Lepechinia