Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue’

Russian sage is a perennial, aromatic ornamental plant with silvery-gray foliage and airy, blue-lilac flower spikes in summer and late summer. It grows best in a sunny, dry spot and attracts many bees and butterflies. Ideal for a modern, natural garden or a sunny border.
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Care tips

Plant Russian sage in a warm, sunny, and dry spot in well-drained soil. Water sparingly, as the plant tolerates drought well. Prune back heavily in the spring to maintain a compact growth habit. Avoid wet soil in the winter.

Specifications

Dutch name:
Russian Sage
Theme:
Autumn rhythm, Welcome butterflies!, Colour Symphony, Summer delight, Mysterious shades
Type of crop:
Perennials
Flower color:
Blauw, violet blauw, Blauwpaars
Flowering time:
juli, augustus, september
Leaf color:
Grijsgroen, Grijszilver
Height:
80cm - 120cm
Evergreen:
Nee
Hardiness:
Good
Pitch:
Sun
Application:
Border, Pot, Plantenbak, Kuip, Groep, Gevel
Soil type:
Kleigrond, Normale bodem, Droge bodem, Kalkminnend, Stenige bodem
Special features:
Kan goed tegen droogte, Trekt bijen aan, Trekt vlinders aan, Rotsplant, Opvallende bladeren, Aromatisch
Plant density:
3 to 5 per m²
Expected availability week:
Year-round