Shrub: Evergreen. CA native. Tolerant of drought, deer & gophers. Good border plant. The fragrant violet-blue flowers are held in ball-like clusters over fragrant leaves, which are good for tea. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Blooms: spring-summer. Ht: 4-5' w/greater width. Exposure: sun. Water: dry. USDA Z8. (syn. S. clevelandii 'Allen Chickering').