'Silver Star' is a more compact selection of Texas Sage, prized for its exceptionally bright silvery-white foliage and deep violet blooms that appear in response to humidity changes. While it thrives in the intense Houston sun and heat, it is highly sensitive to moisture. In the Houston metro area, it will struggle in heavy, unamended clay; we strongly recommend planting in raised beds or incorporating plenty of expanded shale to ensure the "sharp" drainage necessary to prevent root rot during our rainy seasons.
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for foliage color and blooming)
Height x Width
4-5 feet Tall x 4-5 feet Wide
Water
Low; extremely drought tolerant once established. Overwatering is the most common cause of failure.
Zones
8-11
Fertilization
Minimal; apply a light, balanced fertilizer once in early spring. Avoid heavy nitrogen.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape; avoid formal shearing to keep its natural architectural form.
'Silver Star' is a more compact selection of Texas Sage, prized for its exceptionally bright silvery-white foliage and deep violet blooms that appear in response to humidity changes. While it thrives in the intense Houston sun and heat, it is highly sensitive to moisture. In the Houston metro area, it will struggle in heavy, unamended clay; we strongly recommend planting in raised beds or incorporating plenty of expanded shale to ensure the "sharp" drainage necessary to prevent root rot during our rainy seasons.
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for foliage color and blooming)
Height x Width
4-5 feet Tall x 4-5 feet Wide
Water
Low; extremely drought tolerant once established. Overwatering is the most common cause of failure.
Zones
8-11
Fertilization
Minimal; apply a light, balanced fertilizer once in early spring. Avoid heavy nitrogen.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape; avoid formal shearing to keep its natural architectural form.
