Leucophyllum ‘Convent’

Convent Sage

OVERVIEW:

Leucophyllum ‘Convent’ is a compact, evergreen Texas Ranger selection known for its silvery foliage and profuse lavender-purple flowers. Like other Leucophyllum selections, flowering is often stimulated by changes in humidity and seasonal weather. Its dense form and excellent heat and drought tolerance make it an effective choice for hedges, borders and desert-adapted landscapes.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Leucophyllum ‘Convent’
Common Name: Convent Sage, Texas Ranger
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Suggested Uses: Hedges, borders, medians, xeriscape landscapes

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 4–6 ft.
Width: 4–6 ft.
Foliage: Silvery-gray, evergreen
Flower: Lavender-purple, funnel-shaped
Bloom Period: Spring through fall, often following humidity or rain
Growth Habit: Dense, rounded shrub

ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure: Full Sun
Water Use: Low
Soil: Well-draining, alkaline soils
USDA Zone: 8–11