Salvia mellifera, Black sage Hose The plant became a federally

The plant became a federally listed endangered species in 1977 when it was limited to a single population nearing extinction due to herbivory by the feral goats which once infested the small island

Pruning should take place after the branches have budded and you can tell which branches are dead

butterflies Container Plant Yes (large pot) Erosion Control Yes Bank Stabilization Yes Fire Resistant Yes Deer resistant Yes Local plant Yes Tongva - sorah

A densely branched mounding evergreen shrub that grows up to five feet tall and spreads up to six feet wide

anti microbial properties and sore throats

Salvia mellifera, Black sage Hose The plant became a federallySalvia mellifera, Black sage The most common sage in California. A mounding shrub that grows quickly up to six feet high and ten feet wide. Has attractive dark green leaves, with raised texture that looks somewhat like a fingerprint pattern when viewed closely. White, to pale blue, to lavender, or rarely to pale rose color flowers that bloom March through July. The plant flowers are an important food source for butterflies and hummingbirds. Companion