"Pam - gardengal" wrote in message news:9bIEb.88699$8y1.291394@attbi_s52...

Where in the desert exactly are you located? A hard freeze can cause
defoliation of this plant and if cold enough, death, but it is typically
evergreen in milder climates. If you experience a lot of cold weather in
winter, this salvia may not be a correct choice for your location.

pam - gardengal

Pam,

I'm located in St George, SW Utah. We have had some cold nights this
Fall, but I don't believe the temperature has got much lower than
0C/32F.

Dave