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Lepechinia fragrans 'El Tigre' - El Tigre Pitcher Sage

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Lepechinia fragrans 'El Tigre' is an impressive medium to tall perennial noted for its inimitable wild charm. Commonly branded as El Tigre Pitcher Sage, this distinctive perennial showcases resilient beauty fused with practicality. Adorned with tall spires of tubular, purple-pink flowers that put on a spectacular show from mid-summer through fall, it casts an enchanting spell of colour and height that draws the eye and the heart. Its fragrant, serrated, emerald-green leaves, bursting from woodsy stems, imbue your garden with an inviting scent, while simultaneously offering an attractive hand to butterflies and hummingbirds. Yet, it maintains a design of deer resistance, embodying the striking balance between captivating aesthetics and functional value in nature. Thriving best in the full sun to partial shade and well-draining soils, this drought-tolerant rock star undeniably fits into versatile landscapes, be they xeriscapes, wildlife gardens, or quintessential home gardens. Rooted in the chaparral regions of California, the El Tigre Pitcher Sage adapts effortlessly to various settings making your garden not just a sight to behold but a delight to explore.

  • Size: Medium to tall perennial
  • Flowers: Tubular, purple-pink flowers that bloom from mid-summer through fall
  • Foliage: Fragrant, serrated, emerald-green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (Drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Wildlife: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and is deer-resistant
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