Texas Sage (Salvia Texana) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salvia texana is a native sage species forming tight clumps of frizzy foliage with lavender to purple-blue flowers blooming in spring through mid-summer.

Texas Sage

Texas Sage

Salvia Texana

Salvia texana is a native sage species forming tight clumps of frizzy foliage with lavender to purple-blue flowers blooming in spring through mid-summer.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Texas Sage

Jan
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:Salvia