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Perovskia 'Blue Spire'

Blue Spire Russian Sage

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Information by:         Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

This popular plant will grow to 2-3' and has fragrant, grayish leaves accented by lavender/blue flowers that bloom from March through Summer. Cut back through dormancy in winter.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Violet

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.