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Perovskia X atriplicifolia

Azure or Russian Sage

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer/ Sanchez

 

Description

This broad perennial will grow 3'-6' tall and has small, grey-green leaves with blue-violet flowers that bloom in the summer.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.