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Russian Sage

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Tall, airy spike-like clusters create a lavender-blue cloud of color above the foliage of this plant, which was named Perennial Plant of the Year in 1995. Finely textured gray leaves on a multi-stemmed form.

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja


  • Full Sun

  • Low

  • Height
    3—5 feet

  • Spread
    2—4 feet

Availability: Out of stock



Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

Brand Monrovia
Botanical Name Perovskia atriplicifolia
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Subtype MID/LATE TALL FLOWERING
Foliage Color Gray-Green
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Low
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones 4 - 9
Height 3—5 feet
Spread 2—4 feet
Special Uses Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise
Landscape Uses Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise
Flower Color Purple
Bloom Time Summer

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