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Perovskia atriplicifolia
'Sage Advice' Russian Sage
PPAF
You would be wise to choose this Perovskia because it's the darkest purple shade to date. Rich lavender purple flowers are produced on strong, upright plants filled with oval-shaped, notched leaves. This is early to bloom just like its counterpart 'Denim 'n Lace', starting around late July. Compared to 'Denim 'n Lace', this is a slightly taller variety with darker purple calyxes and broader leaves, compared to the dissected leaves of the former. A perfect perennial for hot, dry climates and also exceptionally cold hardy. Perovskia can be used in a wide variety of environments with little attention through the season - a reason they have long been a staple of landscapers. Expect these plants to be a little later to emerge in spring, but also to offer color well into fall.
- » Lavender-purple flowers with long bloom time
- » Lacey, silver-gray foliage
- » Strong, upright habit
- » Aromatic foliage
The ideal plant for hot, dry climates! Russian Sage is classified as a subshrub or woody perennial. It performs very well in full sun and any well-drained soil. Average to dry moisture levels are ideal, and few pests bother this plant. If pruning is necessary, do so in Spring when new growth appears. Prune back to just above the lowest bud.
- Height
- 32 - 36 in
- Spread
- 28 - 32 in
- Zone
- 4-9
- Color
- Blue
- Categories
- Perennial
- Breeder
- Proven Winners
- Tags
- Attracts Butterflies; Attracts Humming-birds; Border or Bed; Cut Flower/Foliage; Dried Flower/Foliage; Drought Tolerant
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The ideal plant for hot, dry climates! Russian Sage is classified as a subshrub or woody perennial. It performs very well in full sun and any well-drained soil. Average to dry moisture levels are ideal, and few pests bother this plant. If pruning is necessary, do so in Spring when new growth appears. Prune back to just above the lowest bud.