Is Hairy Sage safe for pets?

Yes, Hairy Sage (Pseudodictamnus Hirsutus) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Hairy Sage easy to care for?

Hairy Sage has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun light.

Can Hairy Sage grow indoors?

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

Hairy Sage (Pseudodictamnus Hirsutus) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus is a perennial shrub native to the western Mediterranean region, characterized by its hairy foliage and adaptability to dry, rocky soils.

Last updated: February 2026

Hairy Sage

Pseudodictamnus Hirsutus

Pseudodictamnus hirsutus is a perennial shrub native to the western Mediterranean region, characterized by its hairy foliage and adaptability to dry, rocky soils.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Sage

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Prune

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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:Pseudodictamnus