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Exposurefull sun
Waterlow
Typeshrub
Distribution
Perovskia x superba (P. atriplicifolia)
Russian sage
Flower Colors
Description
A bushy, woody-based deciduous perennial to 1.2m tall, with upright white stems bearing finely divided aromatic, grey-green leaves to 5cm long, and long terminal panicles of tiny blue flowers in late summer and early autumn
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.4 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-9
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCoastalCottage and informal gardenCity and courtyard gardensGravel gardenWildlife gardensMediterranean climate plantsFlower borders and beds