Perovskia atriplicifolia

Russian Sage


Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

  • Silvery foliage with blue flowers
  • Fragrant
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Mass Planting



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers full sun and well drained soil.  Few pests.


Height: 36 in
Spacing: 24-30 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue, Lavender
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Border or Bed
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Low Maintenance
  • Fragrant
  • Dried Flower/ Foliage

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Silver

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Average Water