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Lynn's Legacy Sage (Leucophyllum langmaniae 'Lynn's Legacy') growing in South Florida
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Lynn's Legacy Sage — South Florida Plant Guide

Leucophyllum langmaniae 'Lynn's Legacy'

Family: Scrophulariaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

drought xeriscape specimenrock garden raised bedinland landscapedeer resistant accentsilvery foliage contrast

Etikèt Estil

xeriscapedrought tolerantsilvery foliagespecialtydesert adapted

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Lynn's Legacy Sage is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

VERY LOW water. Zero supplemental irrigation during rainy season (June-October) MANDATORY. 1x per week maximum dry season. Overwatering is the primary cause of failure. The more rain or irrigation, the faster this plant declines in South Florida's climate.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyrockylimestonewell drained raised

Fertilizer: Very light balanced slow-release if any. Desert-adapted — low nutrient requirements.

Schedule: February very light balanced fertilizer — once yearly only. This plant does NOT need fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Wotè Matire
35 ft
Lajè Matire
46 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow-moderate
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$$
Zòn USDA
7, 8, 9, 10a
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
7/10

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Lynn's Legacy Sage grow in South Florida?

Lynn's Legacy Sage has a slow-moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Lynn's Legacy Sage safe for pets?

Yes, Lynn's Legacy Sage is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Lynn's Legacy Sage need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Lynn's Legacy Sage is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Lynn's Legacy Sage tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Lynn's Legacy Sage has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Lynn's Legacy Sage available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Lynn's Legacy Sage is classified as: allowed. Allowed but NOT RECOMMENDED for coastal Miami-Dade — year-round humidity failure risk very high.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed but NOT RECOMMENDED for coastal Miami-Dade — year-round humidity failure risk very high. If attempted: raised rockery beds only, zero rainy season irrigation, full sun mandatory.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. BEST South Florida county for Leucophyllum — lower year-round humidity inland, drier soils.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Inland Collier County well-drained locations only.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

NOT RECOMMENDED for Monroe County — extreme year-round humidity and rainfall incompatible with any Leucophyllum species. Very high failure probability.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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