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Products > Salvia greggii 'Alba'   Salvia greggii 'Alba' - White Texas Sage    [2nd Image] Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) Origin: Southwest (U.S.) (North America) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: White Bloomtime: Spring/Fall Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-3 feet Exposure: Full Sun Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Salvia greggii 'Alba' (White Texas Sage) - Evergreen perennial native found throughout southwest Texas and into Mexico. Light green glabrous leaves vary in length from 3/4 to one inch long. A highly variable grower reaching a height of two to four feet tall and half as wide. Ivory white flowers clothe the branch tips throughout summer and into fall/autumn until short days and cool weather slow then stop their production. Ideally suited in full sun and dry situations. The species is naturally found at elevations from 5000-9000 feet in the mountains of Mexico and is cold hardy into the high teens.  This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Salvia greggii 'Alba' .     [MORE INFO]