Lepechinia fragrans 'El Tigre'
El Tigre Fragrant Pitcher Sage
A fast growing shrub native to California that can reach up to six feet high and wide. Fragrant purple flowers bloom in the spring through fall. Pitcher sage is a member of the mint family.
Plant with: Island Alumroot, Santa Cruz Island Gooseberry, Catalina Island Gooseberry, Island Ceanothus, Summer Holly, Tree Poppy, Oak species
| Family Name | Lamiaceae |
| Species Name | Lepechinia fragrans ‘El Tigre’ |
| Common Name | El Tigre Pitcher Sage |
| Native to | California |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Height x Width | 4-6’ x 2-4’ |
| Growth Habit | Round, bushy mound |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to fast |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade to shade inland, full sun to partial shade on coastal sites |
| Water Requirement | Medium |
| Soil Type | Tolerates almost any soil type |
| Flower Color | Lavender to purple |
| Flowering Months | Late spring to summer |
| Evergreen/Deciduous | Yes |
| Fragrant | Yes |
| Cold Hardy to | 15°F to 20°F (-9°C to -6°C) |
| Attracts pollinators | Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds |
| Container Plant | Yes |
| Erosion Control | Moderate |
| Bank Stabilization | Moderate |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
| Local plant | No |
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El Tigre Fragrant Pitcher Sage
A fast growing shrub native to California that can reach up to six feet high and wide. Fragrant purple flowers bloom in the spring through fall. Pitcher sage is a member of the mint family.
Plant with: Island Alumroot, Santa Cruz Island Gooseberry, Catalina Island Gooseberry, Island Ceanothus, Summer Holly, Tree Poppy, Oak species
| Family Name | Lamiaceae |
| Species Name | Lepechinia fragrans ‘El Tigre’ |
| Common Name | El Tigre Pitcher Sage |
| Native to | California |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Height x Width | 4-6’ x 2-4’ |
| Growth Habit | Round, bushy mound |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to fast |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade to shade inland, full sun to partial shade on coastal sites |
| Water Requirement | Medium |
| Soil Type | Tolerates almost any soil type |
| Flower Color | Lavender to purple |
| Flowering Months | Late spring to summer |
| Evergreen/Deciduous | Yes |
| Fragrant | Yes |
| Cold Hardy to | 15°F to 20°F (-9°C to -6°C) |
| Attracts pollinators | Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds |
| Container Plant | Yes |
| Erosion Control | Moderate |
| Bank Stabilization | Moderate |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
| Local plant | No |