Mojave Sage is a rare desert native, producing fragrant foliage and clusters of violet-blue flowers in spring. Beautiful, drought-hardy, and aromatic, it thrives in hot, dry sites.
Water Needs: Very low; thrives on natural rainfall
Sun Needs: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 6–9
Cold Hardiness: Down to ~–10°F (–23°C)
Mature Size: 2–3 ft tall x 2–3 ft wide
Native Origin: Mojave Desert, USA
Best Substitutes For: Desert Lavender, Russian Sage
Landscape Uses: Xeric gardens, pollinator borders, fragrant plantings
Mojave Sage is a rare desert native, producing fragrant foliage and clusters of violet-blue flowers in spring. Beautiful, drought-hardy, and aromatic, it thrives in hot, dry sites.
Water Needs: Very low; thrives on natural rainfall
Sun Needs: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 6–9
Cold Hardiness: Down to ~–10°F (–23°C)
Mature Size: 2–3 ft tall x 2–3 ft wide
Native Origin: Mojave Desert, USA
Best Substitutes For: Desert Lavender, Russian Sage
Landscape Uses: Xeric gardens, pollinator borders, fragrant plantings