Jerusalem Sage

Jerusalem Sage is a woody-stemmed perennial valued for its textured gray-green foliage and tiered whorls of soft yellow flowers. With a flowering season spreading from spring into summer, it forms a rounded, shrubby shape up to 3 feet tall and wide. Even when not in bloom, its evergreen foliage adds a soft, silvery tone that complements bold or sun-loving plantings. On top of that, its leaves have a wonderful sweet scent, and are often dried to be used as a spice. 

• A herbaceous perennial
• Pale yellow flowers in late spring
• Gray-green, woolly foliage
• Shrub-like growth to 3 feet
• Great drought tolerance

Jerusalem Sage performs best in full sun and very well-drained soil, tolerating poor or rocky conditions with ease. It is hardy in USDA zones 6–9 and is well-suited for xeric and Mediterranean-style plantings in Texas. After flowering, a light trim helps retain shape and encourages continued vigor into the growing season.