{"product_id":"salvia-apiana-compacta-5-gallon-dwarf-california-white-sage","title":"Salvia apiana ‘Compacta’ (5 Gallon) Dwarf California White Sage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eEnjoy the beauty and unmistakable fragrance of California White Sage in a smaller package with \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf California White Sage (\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia apiana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e ‘Compacta’)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This compact, semi-evergreen native shrub forms a tidy, multi-branched mound adorned with slender, velvety, silvery-white leaves that release the distinctive, aromatic scent of sage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eIn summer, tall flower stalks rise above the foliage, bearing delicate, pale, two-lipped flowers that attract native bees, hummingbirds, and other beneficial pollinators. With its smaller growth habit, striking silver foliage, and low water needs, this dwarf selection is an excellent choice for smaller gardens, rock gardens, and water-wise landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eNative to California, Dwarf White Sage brings the character of the native landscape to your garden while requiring less space than the standard species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSalvia apiana\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Compacta’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf California White Sage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf, semi-evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, rounded, and multi-branched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender, silvery-white leaves with a soft, velvety texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale, two-lipped blooms on tall flower stalks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, distinctive sage aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts native bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in full sun, partial sun, or filtered sunlight. Full sun is ideal for maintaining its attractive silver foliage and compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers sandy, rocky, or lean soil with excellent drainage. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires low supplemental irrigation once established. Provide moderate water while young, then gradually reduce watering. Allow the soil to dry between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunset Climate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9, 11, 13–24\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent choice for rock gardens, small native plant gardens, drought-tolerant borders, containers with adequate drainage, and sunny slopes where its roots can help stabilize soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eSmall Size, Exceptional Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eDwarf California White Sage offers the distinctive fragrance and luminous foliage of the native species in a more compact form. Its manageable size makes it especially useful for smaller spaces, while its summer flowers provide valuable resources for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eWhite sage also holds deep cultural and ceremonial significance for some Indigenous communities. Choosing nursery-grown plants from responsible sources helps reduce pressure on wild populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring home Dwarf California White Sage for its beautiful silver foliage, aromatic leaves, pollinator-friendly flowers, and naturally compact form—a wonderful addition to a sunny, water-wise garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"the PLNThouse Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67798888972503,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7522\/2231\/files\/Grok_Image_2026-10-17_at_4.14.39_PM.png?v=1792278937","url":"https:\/\/www.theplnthouse.com\/products\/salvia-apiana-compacta-5-gallon-dwarf-california-white-sage","provider":"the PLNThouse Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}