4" Lepechinia Fragrans 'El Tigre'

An evergreen shrub growing to 3 to 5 feet tall and as wide, with attractive and, of course, fragrant leaves. Their stems and leaves are covered with tiny hairs that give the plant a fuzzy look. In spring, showy foxglove-like lavender-hued flowers appear; as they age, the petals drop off and the calyx darkens and gets bigger which extends the floral display. I enjoy this plant because it is native to California, like me, and is useful in USDA zones 9-11.  Recommend pruning back new growth for a more compact plant. Plant pitcher sages in full or part sun for best growth and flower production. Make sure soil is well draining. Once established, these plant need very little water. In coastal gardens, some require almost no added irrigation. Prune back in the winter to keep plants compact and to encourage bushier growth. Pro tip: Avoid hard pruning to old, woodier growth as the plant won’t respond kindly.