Perovskia atriplicifolia
Russian Sage
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
Wonderful aromatic silver, lacy foliage is very ornamental before bursting into a bloom of lavender-blue in the late summer.
Height
36-48 Inches
Spread
24-36 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Interesting Notes
PPA Perennial Plant of the Year 1995
Bloom Time
July-September
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Give Perovskia plenty of room!
It is one of those perennials that is almost a woody plant, but can die back to the ground in this area.
It is one of those perennials that is almost a woody plant, but can die back to the ground in this area.
When to Divide
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Good Companions
Oriental Poppy (Papaver orientale), Coneflower (Echinacea Big Sky), Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Crafts |
| • | Dried Flowers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Fragrant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Gray |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
