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Russian Sage

Perovskia atriplicifolia

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Overview

Russian Sage, Perovskia x atriplicifolia, is an elegant, easy-care perennial featuring silvery foliage and lavender-blue spires up to 4 ft in height and 2-3 ft in spread. This aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor soil conditions. Its long blooming period, from mid-summer to fall, attracts pollinators while resisting deer. Ideal for borders, xeriscaping, and a touch of soft color in sunny gardens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 2–11Type Perennial
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — perennial for full; enriching the biodiversity of their garden
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — it provides a striking vertical element in the garden; it thrives under full sun exposure, requiring a, image 57Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — showcasing its adaptability to a wide range of climates; this aromatic herb thrives in full sun and, image 83Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — This aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor soil conditions; showcasingRussian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — is a hardy flowering perennial that adds a whimsical; providing extended visual interest.<br><br>RequiringRussian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — This aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor soil, image 50Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — commonly known as Russian Sage; upright stems that can reach heights between 3 to 5 feet, image 77+81

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
2–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae

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Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — perennial for full; enriching the biodiversity of their garden
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — it provides a striking vertical element in the garden; it thrives under full sun exposure, requiring a, image 57
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — showcasing its adaptability to a wide range of climates; this aromatic herb thrives in full sun and, image 83
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — This aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor soil conditions; showcasing
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — is a hardy flowering perennial that adds a whimsical; providing extended visual interest.<br><br>Requiring
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — This aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor soil, image 50
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — commonly known as Russian Sage; upright stems that can reach heights between 3 to 5 feet, image 77
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — emphasize Russian Sage's low maintenance and its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies; making it
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — Perovskia x atriplicifolia
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — showcasing its adaptability to a wide range of climates; this aromatic herb thrives in full sun and well-drained
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — showcasing its adaptability to a wide range of climates; this aromatic herb thrives in full sun and, image 59
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — Ideal for borders, xeriscaping, and a touch of soft color in sunny gardens; perovskia x atriplicifolia
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — The plant is distinguished by its silver-green foliage and abundant; russian Sage is drought-tolerant, image 85
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — blue and violet flowers in the garden; airy touch to any landscape design
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — perennial with blue and violet blooms; lavender-blue flowers which bloom profusely from mid-summer into, image 71
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — enriching the biodiversity of their garden; perennial for full
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — lavender-blue flowers which bloom profusely from mid-summer into the fall; perennial with blue and violet blooms
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — airy touch to any landscape design
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — airy touch to any landscape design; blue and violet flowers in the garden
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — it provides a striking vertical element in the garden
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — It thrives under full sun exposure, requiring a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day; it, image 60
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — providing extended visual interest.<br><br>Requiring well-drained soil
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — The plant is distinguished by its silver-green foliage and abundant
Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — upright stems that can reach heights between 3 to 5 feet
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