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Perovskia atriplicifolia

(Russian Sage)

1995 PPA Plant of Year

Common Name:
Russian Sage
Bloom color:
Lavender-Blue
Height:
36-40"
Bloom:
July-September
Hardiness:
Zone 4-9
Light:
Full Sun
Soil:
Average soil, on the dry side

Why you need this plant:        Excellent late summer long-blooming perennial highly desired for its flower and foliage. Waves of lavender-blue flowers on numerous branches stand out over the aromatic, silvery-gray foliage.

 
Planting Info:       Perovskia is a drought tolerant perennial that will thrive in any area with Full Sun and well draining to dry soil. Foliage turns a deeper shade of silvery-gray in the winter providing interest into early spring. Foliage should be trimmed to within 6" of ground in the spring to encourage new growth. Great low maintenance perennial with unmatched color and long bloom time (up to 15 weeks). Excellent filler plant for the perennial border. 

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