Blue Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia Lacey Blue) is a true dwarf cultivar discovered in an English garden and just recently introduced to the US. Its smaller size makes it very useful when space is an issue and a smaller version of Russian Sage is required. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
Common Name | Blue Russian Sage |
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Botanical Name | Perovskia atriplicifolia Lisslitt PP#20,845 |
Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Flower Color | Blue, Silver |
Mature Height | 18-24" tall |
Mature Spread | 24-36" wide |
Bloom Time | Mid summer to fall |
Ships As | Potted Plant |
Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Clay Soil, Average Soil |
Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
Amount Of Rain | 10 to 20", 20 to 30", 30 to 40" (with care) |
Advantages | Easy To Grow, Attract Butterflies, Attract Hummingbirds, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Fragrant Flower / Foliage, Good For Cut Flowers, Extended Bloom Time (more than 4 weeks), Good Rockgarden Or Alpine Plant |
Ideal Region | Anywhere In The US, Northeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Hot Desert, Pacific Northwest |
Planting Time | Spring / Summer, Fall |