California Pitcher Sage
Lepechinia calycina
California pitcher sage is a wonderfully fragrant perennial shrub with white digitalis-like flowers that bloom April to June. A hummingbird plant, fairly deer proof, and great for a bird garden.
Water: Can handle drought as well as excessive water, but must have good drainage
Hardiness: Frost Hardy
Habit: 5 to 8' tall and 3 to 6' wide evergreen perennial shrub
Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Neutral, good drainage is essential
Origin: Chaparral areas in Central and Southern California
Additional Characteristics: California Native, Deer Resistant
California Pitcher Sage